Page 1: Table Of Contents
2007 Saturn SKY Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ... 7 Front Seats ... 8 Safety Belts ... 12 Child Restraints ... 28 Airbag System ... 43 Restraint System Check Features and Controls ... 59 Keys ... 60 Doors and Locks ...
Page 2 Service and Appearance Care ... 231 Service ... 233 Fuel ... 235 Checking Things Under the Hood Rear Axle ... 278 Headlamp Aiming ... 278 Bulb Replacement ... 279 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires ... 284 Appearance Care ... 315 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ...
Page 3: Canadian Owners
SATURN and the SATURN Emblem are registered trademarks of Saturn Corporation. GENERAL MOTORS and GM are registered trademarks and the name SKY is a trademark of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice.
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they ﬁrst receive their new vehicle. If this is done, it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle. Pictures and words work together in the owner manual to explain things.
Page 5: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 6 These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:...
Page 7: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Front Seats ... 8 Manual Seats ... 8 Driver Seat Height Adjuster ... 9 Reclining Seatbacks ... 10 Seatback Latches ... 12 Safety Belts ... 12 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ... 12 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 9: Driver Seat Height Adjuster
Driver Seat Height Adjuster Your vehicle may have a power driver’s seat height adjuster. The switch is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat. To use the adjuster, ﬁrst move the seat to where you want it. See Manual Seats on page 8.
Page 10: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
Page 11 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 12: Safety Belts
Seatback Latches The seats have a latch located on the outboard side near the top of the seatback that enables the front seatback(s) to fold forward. This allows access to the map pocket on the rear of the seatback. To fold the seatback forward, lift the latch and push the seatback forward.
Page 13 CAUTION: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.
Page 14 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels.
Page 15 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Page 16 or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense.
Page 17 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I am wearing a safety belt? You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.
Page 18: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see Older Children on page 28 or Infants and Young Children on page 30.
Page 19 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 27. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 20 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 21 What is wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.
Page 22 What is wrong with this? The lap belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen.
Page 23 What is wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen.
Page 24 What is wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 25 What is wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your retailer to ﬁx it.
Page 26: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 27: Safety Belt Extender
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 28: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
Page 29 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can not properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time.
Page 30: Infants And Young Children
CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
Page 31 Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints. Young children should not use the vehicle’s adult safety belts alone, unless there is no other choice. Instead, they need to use a child restraint. CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 32 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
Page 33 CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear-facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant’s body,...
Page 34: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous ﬂat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle.
Page 35 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system.
Page 36 How Should I Use a Child Restraint? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 37 When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer.
Page 38: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch)
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Some child restraints have a LATCH system. As part of the LATCH system, your child restraint may have lower attachments and/or a top tether. The LATCH system can help hold the child restraint in place during driving or in a crash. Some vehicles have lower and/or top tether anchors designed to secure a child restraint with lower attachments and/or a top tether.
Page 39 CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inﬂates. This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inﬂating airbag. Be sure the airbag is off before using a rear-facing child restraint in the passenger’s position.
Page 40 You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1.
Page 41 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child out of the retractor to set the lock. restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Page 42 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. 8. If the airbag is off, the off indicator on the instrument panel will be lit and stay lit when the vehicle is started. If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, turn the vehicle off.
Page 43: Airbag System
Airbag System Your vehicle has an airbag for the driver and an airbag for the right front passenger. Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Even though today’s airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inﬂating bag, all airbags must inﬂate very quickly to do their job.
Page 44 CAUTION: Airbags inﬂate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you are too close to an inﬂating airbag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash.
Page 45: Where Are The Airbags
There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 130 for more information. Where Are the Airbags? The driver’s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
Page 46 The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the bag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death.
Page 47: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? Airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inﬂate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds take into account a variety of desired deployment and non-deployment events and are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inﬂate and help...
Page 48: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
In any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have inﬂated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. Inﬂation is determined by what the vehicle hits, the angle of the impact, and how quickly the vehicle slows down.
Page 49 CAUTION: When an airbag inﬂates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so.
Page 50: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible when you turn your ignition key to RUN or START. United States The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off, will be visible on the instrument panel during the system check.
Page 51 CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inﬂates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inﬂating airbag. Be sure the airbag is off before using a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat position.
Page 52 When the passenger sensing system has turned off the passenger’s frontal airbag, the off indicator in the instrument panel will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is off. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 131. If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, turn the vehicle off.
Page 53 CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger’s seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag.
Page 54: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle. You do not want the system to inﬂate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your retailer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system.
Page 55 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Is there anything I might add to the front of the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airbag system from working properly.
Page 56: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 57: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as...
Page 58 NOTES...
Page 59: Features And Controls
Section 2 Keys ... 60 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ... 62 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ... 63 Doors and Locks ... 66 Manual Door Locks ... 66 Power Door Locks ... 67 Delayed Locking ... 67 Automatic Door Lock ... 68 Automatic Door Unlock ...
Page 60: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 61 One key works all of the lock cylinders on the vehicle. Your vehicle has an Immobilizer Vehicle Theft-Deterrent System. The key has a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle’s steering column. If a replacement key or any additional key is needed, you must purchase it from your retailer.
Page 62: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 63: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The vehicle’s doors can be locked and unlocked, and the trunk can be unlatched from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 60 feet (18 m) away with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. (Lock): Press the lock button to lock all the doors.
Page 64 (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release this button to help locate your vehicle. The horn will sound three times and the hazard lamps will ﬂash three times. Press and hold the button for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn will sound and the hazard lamps will ﬂash for 30 seconds.
Page 65 Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in the RKE transmitter should last about four years. If the battery is weak the transmitter will not work within its normal range. It is probably time to change the battery if you have to be very close to the vehicle before the transmitter works.
Page 66: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks Manual Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked.
Page 67 There are a couple of ways to lock and unlock your vehicle manually. From inside the vehicle, use the manual door lock knob. Pull up or down on the knob to unlock or lock the door. To lock either door from the outside, turn the key toward the rear of the vehicle.
Page 68: Automatic Door Lock
Automatic Door Lock If your vehicle has power door locks, the doors will automatically lock when the shift lever is moved out of PARK (P) for a vehicle with an automatic transmission. For a vehicle with a manual transmission, the speed must be greater than 5 mph (8 km/h).
Page 69 CAUTION: (Continued) It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid: • Make sure all other windows are shut. •...
Page 70 Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling them to open the trunk from the inside.
Page 71: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 72: Sun Visors
Power Windows If your vehicle has power windows, the switches on the driver’s door armrest control both windows. In addition, the passenger’s door has a window switch that controls that window. Press the front of the switch to open the window. Pull the switch up to close it.
Page 73: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Content Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle may have a content theft-deterrent alarm system.
Page 74 If the system is armed and the trunk is opened using the trunk release button on the transmitter, the system will temporarily disarm itself and re-arm when the trunk has been closed. This allows you to exit the vehicle, lock the doors using the transmitter, or open the trunk using the transmitter without having to disarm and re-arm the system.
Page 75 ® PASS-Key III+ ® The PASS-Key III+ system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 76 If the engine still does not start, and the key does not appear to be damaged, try another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse, see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 325. If the engine still does not start with the other key, your vehicle needs service.
Page 77: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines for the ﬁrst 500 miles (805 km): • Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow.
Page 78: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to four different positions. Notice: Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand.
Page 79: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
ACC (ACCESSORY): This position operates some of your electrical accessories. It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition. (RUN): This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch. The switch stays in RUN when the engine is running.
Page 80: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine Place the transmission in the proper gear. Automatic Transmission Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine will not start in any other position -- this is a safety feature. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Page 81 To prevent gear damage, this system also prevents cranking if the engine is already running. Engine cranking can be stopped by turning the ignition switch to ACC or LOCK. Notice: Cranking the engine for long periods of time, by returning the key to the START position immediately after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage the cranking motor, and drain the battery.
Page 82: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever is located on the center console between the front seats. There are several different positions for the shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle cannot move easily.
Page 83 Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. At low vehicle speeds, you can also use REVERSE (R) to rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice, or sand without...
Page 84 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. It provides better fuel economy for your vehicle. If you need more power for passing, and you are: • Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. •...
Page 85 Manual Transmission Operation This is the shift pattern for a manual transmission. Here is how to operate your manual transmission: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into FIRST (1) when you are going less than 20 mph (32 km/h).
Page 86: Parking Brake
REVERSE (R): To back up, press the clutch pedal. After the vehicle stops, shift into REVERSE (R). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. If it is hard to shift, let the shift lever return to NEUTRAL and release the clutch pedal.
Page 87: Automatic Transmission
If you forget to release your parking brake, a chime will sound and a warning message will be displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC) when the vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph (8 kph). See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 147. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system...
Page 88 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch ﬁre.
Page 89: Parking Your Vehicle
When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
Page 90: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn.
Page 91: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. •...
Page 92: Running The Engine While Parked
Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle.
Page 93: Mirrors
Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The day/night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the lamps behind you.
Page 94: Onstar System
® OnStar System ® OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information, and convenience services. If your airbags deploy, the system is designed to make an automatic call to OnStar Emergency advisors who can request emergency services be sent to your location.
Page 95 ® OnStar Services ® For new vehicles with OnStar Plan, or the Directions & Connections included for one year from the date of purchase. You can extend this plan beyond the ﬁrst year, or upgrade to the Directions & Connections For more information, press the OnStar to speak with an advisor.
Page 96 ® OnStar Hands-Free Calling ® OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows eligible ® OnStar subscribers to make and receive calls using voice commands. Hands-Free Calling is fully integrated into the vehicle, and can be ® used with OnStar Pre-Paid Minute Packages. Hands-Free Calling may also be linked to a Verizon Wireless service plan in the U.S.
Page 97 ® OnStar Steering Wheel Controls Your vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar Calling. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 188 for more information. On some vehicles, you may have to hold the button for a few seconds and give the command “ONSTAR”...
Page 98 ® OnStar service cannot work unless your vehicle ® is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in ® that area. OnStar service also cannot work unless you are in a place where the wireless ®...
Page 99: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Glove Box To open the glove box, lift up on the lever. Use the key to lock and unlock. Cupholder(s) There are two cupholders located in the center console, press and release to extend forward. Your vehicle has a cupholder on the passenger side of the center console.
Page 100: Convertible Top
Center Console Storage Area There is also an upright center console storage area between the seatbacks. To open the storage area, press and release the button near the top so it extends out. Then, turn the button in either direction to unlatch the lid and pull the console lid down.
Page 101 Notice: Leaving the convertible top down and exposing the interior of your vehicle to outdoor conditions may cause damage. Always close the convertible top if leaving your vehicle outdoors. Notice: Lowering the convertible top when there are objects in the storage area could damage it or break the glass rear window.
Page 102 Lowering the Manual Convertible Top 1. Park on a level surface and set the parking brake. Shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P). Shift a manual transmission into FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R). 2. Make sure the ignition is turned off. 3.
Page 103 8. After the top is stored, apply one even push, as shown, on the convertible top to ensure that the top is fully retracted and securely stored. 9. Close the trunk (D) by pressing down on it with a swift, ﬁrm motion. Do not operate rear defogger when convertible top is down.
Page 104 5. Pull the convertible top forward by ﬁrmly gripping the side edge (B) and applying a brisk upward and forward motion to get the top in the full-up position. 6. Pull the front edge (A) of the convertible top forward from the outside of the vehicle, or push the front edge (A) of the convertible top forward from the inside of the vehicle.
Page 105: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview ... 108 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 110 Other Warning Devices ... 110 Horn ... 110 Tilt Wheel ... 110 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ... 111 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ... 112 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ... 112 Flash-to-Pass ...
Page 106 Section 3 Security Light ... 142 Fog Lamp Light ... 142 Highbeam On Light ... 142 Trunk Ajar Light ... 142 Fuel Gage ... 143 Low Fuel Warning Light ... 143 Driver Information Center (DIC) ... 144 DIC Operation and Displays ... 144 DIC Warnings and Messages ...
Page 107 NOTES...
Page 108: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 109 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Side Window Outlets. See Climate Control System on page 122. B. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 126. C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 111. D.
Page 110: Tilt Wheel
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off. The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located in the center of the instrument panel.
Page 111: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column. To tilt the wheel, pull down the lever. Then move the wheel to a comfortable position, pull up the lever to lock the wheel in place. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following:...
Page 112: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
Page 113: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers Use this lever, located on the right side of the steering wheel, to operate the windshield wipers. (Off): Move the lever to this position to turn off the windshield wipers. (Intermittent; Speed Sensitive Wipers): & Move the lever to this position for intermittent or speed sensitive operation.
Page 114: Windshield Washer
Damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If the wiper blades are frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.
Page 115: Cruise Control
Cruise Control With cruise control, your vehicle can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h). CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed.
Page 116 RES+ (Resume): Press this button to resume a set speed and to accelerate the speed. SET (Set): Press this button to set a speed and to decrease the speed. To set a speed do the following: 1. Press the on/off button to turn cruise control on. The indicator light on the button will come on.
Page 117 Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills.
Page 118 Headlamps The lever on the left side of the steering column operates the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp switch has the following four positions: (Headlamps): This position turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, and taillamps. (Parking Lamps): This position turns on the parking lamps and taillamps only.
Page 119: Headlamps On Reminder
Headlamps on Reminder If you open the driver’s door with the ignition off and the lamps on, you will hear a warning chime. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
Page 120: Entry/Exit Lighting
Fog Lamps The fog lamp button is located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel. The ignition must be on to turn your fog lamps on. Push the button to turn the fog lamps on. An indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will come on when the fog lamps are on.
Page 121: Battery Run-Down Protection
Battery Run-Down Protection Your vehicle has a battery saver feature designed to protect your vehicle’s battery. When any interior lamp is left on and the ignition is turned off, the battery rundown protection system will automatically turn the lamp off after 20 minutes.
Page 122: Climate Controls
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have a removable muffin tin ashtray and cigarette lighter. The muffin tin ashtray can be placed into the front console side cupholder. To use the lighter, located on the instrument panel to the left side of the glove box door, push it in all the way and let go.
Page 123 (Air Conditioning): Press the left knob on the control panel to turn the air conditioning system on or off. An indicator light on the button will come on to let you know the air conditioning is activated. When the system is on, this setting cools and dehumidiﬁes the air entering your vehicle.
Page 124 (Fan): Turn the center knob on the control panel to control the fan speed. Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. (Off): Turn the center knob to this position to turn the fan off. (Recirculation): Press the center knob on the control panel to recirculate air inside the vehicle and prevent outside air from coming in.
Page 125 Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield and side windows.
Page 126: Outlet Adjustment
Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the ﬂow of air into your vehicle. • Use of non-Saturn approved hood deﬂectors may adversely affect the performance of the system. •...
Page 127: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 128: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, about how much fuel is left in the tank, and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically.
Page 129: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour(mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The vehicle’s odometer works together with the Driver Information Center (DIC). A Trip A and Trip B odometer can be set. See “Trip Information” under DIC Operation and Displays on page 144.
Page 130: Airbag Readiness Light
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt. This would only occur if the passenger airbag is enabled.
Page 131: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. The airbags in your vehicle may not inﬂate in a crash, or they could even inﬂate without a crash.
Page 132 If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger’s frontal airbag is enabled (may inﬂate). CAUTION: If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear-facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger’s seat, it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger’s frontal airbag.
Page 133: Charging System Light
If, after several seconds, all status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your retailer for service. CAUTION: If the off indicator and the airbag readiness light ever come on together, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system.
Page 134: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem.
Page 135 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle may have the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). This light will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds. That is normal. If the light stays on, turn the ignition off. If the light comes on when you are driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off.
Page 136 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/ Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator/Warning Light (2.0L Engine Only) This light is located in the center of the instrument panel cluster. For vehicles that have the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system or the Traction Control System (TCS), this warning light should come on brieﬂy when the engine is started.
Page 137: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
If the light is on and ﬂashing, the TCS or the ESC system is actively working. Check the DIC messaging for details to determine which system is working. If the LOW TRACTION message appears, the system is limiting wheel spin. If the ESC ACTIVE message appears, the system is aiding in maintaining vehicle directional control.
Page 138 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle has a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
Page 139 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light does not come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: •...
Page 140 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 235. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misﬁring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration.
Page 141: Oil Pressure Light
Oil Pressure Light If you have a low engine oil pressure problem, this light will stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving. This indicates that your engine is not receiving enough oil. The engine could be low on oil, or could have some other oil problem.
Page 142: Security Light
Security Light This light ﬂashes when the vehicle security system is activated. Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light will come on when the fog lamps are in use. The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 120 for more information.
Page 143: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left. Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: • At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full.
Page 144: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC display gives you the status of many of your vehicle’s systems. The DIC is also used to display driver personalization menu modes and warning/status messages. All messages will appear in the DIC display, located at the bottom of the tachometer on the instrument panel cluster.
Page 145 Information Modes (Information): Press this button to scroll through the following vehicle information modes: Outside Air Temperature and Odometer Press the information button until the outside air temperature and the odometer are displayed. This mode shows the temperature outside of the vehicle in either degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or degrees Celsius (°C) and the total distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km).
Page 146 ECON (Economy) Press the information button until ECON is displayed. This mode shows how many miles per gallon (mpg) or liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditions. Press and hold the reset button while ECON is displayed to reset the average fuel economy.
Page 147: Dic Warnings And Messages
BOOST (Turbo Only) If your vehicle has this feature, press the information button until BOOST is displayed. This mode shows a graphic that indicates the amount of boost the engine is receiving in either pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa). DIC Warnings and Messages These messages appear if there is a problem detected in one of your vehicle’s systems.
Page 148 CHECK GAS CAP This message displays if the fuel cap has not been fully tightened. Recheck the fuel cap to make sure that it is on properly. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the message off. COMPETITIVE MODE If your vehicle has this feature, this message displays when the Competitive Driving mode is...
Page 149 ESC (Electronic Stability Control) ACTIVE If your vehicle has Electronic Stability Control (ESC), this message displays and the ESC/TCS light on the instrument panel cluster ﬂashes when ESC is assisting you with directional control of the vehicle. You may feel or hear the system working and see this message displayed in the DIC.
Page 150 LOW COOLANT This message displays when there is a low level of engine coolant. Have the cooling system serviced by your retailer as soon as possible. See Engine Coolant on page 255 for more information. LOW TRACTION If your vehicle has the Traction Control System (TCS), this message displays and the ESC/TCS light on the instrument panel cluster ﬂashes when the system is actively limiting wheel...
Page 151: Trunk Ajar
If this message turns on while you are driving, pull off the road as soon as possible and stop carefully. Try resetting the system by turning the ignition off and then back on. If this message still stays on or turns back on again while you are driving, your vehicle needs service.
Page 152: Dic Vehicle Personalization
DIC Vehicle Personalization Your vehicle has personalization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to a preferred setting. All of the features listed may not be available on your vehicle. Only the features available will be displayed on the DIC. The default settings for the features were set when your vehicle left the factory, but may have been changed from their default state since...
Page 153 UNITS This feature allows you to select the units of measurement in which the DIC will display the vehicle information. When UNITS appears on the display, press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings: ENGLISH (default in United States): All information will be displayed in English units.
Page 154 UNLOCK HORN If your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), this feature, which allows the vehicle’s horn to chirp on the ﬁrst press of the unlock button on the RKE transmitter, can be enabled or disabled. When UNLOCK HORN appears on the display, press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings: OFF (default): The horn will not chirp when the...
Page 155 DELAY LOCK This feature, which delays the actual locking of the vehicle, can be enabled or disabled. When DELAY LOCK appears on the display, press and hold the reset button for at least one second to scroll through the available settings: ON (default): The doors will not lock until ﬁve seconds after the last door is closed.
Page 156 If you have an automatic transmission vehicle, you can select when the automatic unlocking will occur. See “UNLK (Unlock) (Automatic Transmission Only)” following. See Automatic Door Unlock on page 68 for more information. Choose one of the available settings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature.
Page 157 ON (default): The exterior perimeter lighting will turn on when the unlock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 63 for more information. Choose one of the available settings and press the information button to select it and move on to the next feature.
Page 158: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the pages following to familiarize yourself with its features. Driving without distraction is a necessity for a safer driving experience. See Defensive Driving on page 192. By taking a few moments to read this manual and get familiar with your vehicle’s audio system, you can use it with less effort, as well as take advantage of its features.
Page 159: Setting The Time (Without Date Display)
Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player, CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can be added by checking with your retailer. Also, check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units.
Page 160: Setting The Time (With Date Display)
To change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour, press the clock button and then the pushbutton located under the forward arrow label. Once the time 12H and 24H are displayed, press the pushbutton located under the desired option to select the default.
Page 161 To set the time and date, follow these instructions: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC (accessory) or RUN. Press the power knob, located in the center of the radio, to turn the radio on. 2. Press the MENU button. Once the clock option is displayed.
Page 162: Radio With Cd (Base)
Radio with CD (Base) Playing the Radio (Power/Volume): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume. The radio remembers the previous volume setting whenever the radio is turned on. You can still manually adjust the volume by using the volume knob.
Page 163 Setting Preset Stations Up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press BAND to select FM1, FM2, or AM. 3.
Page 164 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance or fade, press this button or the tune knob until the desired speaker control label appears on the display. Turn the tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the setting. You can also adjust the setting by pressing either the SEEK, FWD, or REV buttons.
Page 165 If there is no apparent damage, try a known good CD. Notice: If you add any label to a CD, insert more than one CD into the slot at a time, or attempt to play scratched or damaged CDs, you could damage the CD player.
Page 166 RDM (Random): With random, you can listen to CD tracks in random, rather than sequential order. To use random, do the following: 1. Press this button to play tracks from the CD you are listening to in random order. The random icon appears on the display.
Page 167 CD Messages CHECK DISC: If this message appears on the display and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: • It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. •...
Page 168: Radio With Cd (Mp3)
(Power/Volume): Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume of the portable player. You may need to do additional volume adjustments from the portable device if the volume does not go loud or soft enough. BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio while a portable audio device is playing.
Page 169 In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station. XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada. XM™...
Page 170 Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM, or XM™ (if equipped). The display shows the selection. (Tune): Turn this knob to select radio stations. © ¨ SEEK : Press the right or left SEEK arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there.
Page 171 FAV (Favorites): A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six pushbuttons positioned below the radio station frequency labels and by using the radio favorites page button (FAV button). Press the FAV button to go through up to six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page.
Page 172 Setting the Tone (Bass/Midrange/Treble) BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or Treble): To adjust bass, midrange, or treble, press the tune knob until the tone control labels appear on the display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired label, or press the pushbutton positioned under the desired label.
Page 173 Finding a Category (CAT) Station CAT (Category): The CAT button is used to ﬁnd XM™ stations while the radio is in the XM™ mode. To ﬁnd XM™ channels within a desired category, perform the following: 1. Press the BAND button until the XM™ frequency is displayed.
Page 174 Radio Messages Calibration Error: The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If Calibration Error displays, it means that the radio has not been conﬁgured properly for your vehicle and it must be returned to your retailer for service.
Page 175 When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol appears on the CD. As each new track starts to play, the track number appears on the display. The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner.
Page 176 (Tune): Turn this knob to select tracks on the CD currently playing. © ¨ SEEK : Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than ten seconds have played. Press the right SEEK arrow to go to the next track.
Page 177 BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio while a CD is playing. The CD remains safely inside the radio for future listening. CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press this button to play a CD while listening to the radio. The CD icon and a message showing disc and/or track number appears on the display when a CD is in the player.
Page 178 Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. This is not an audio output; do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack. You can however, connect an external audio device such as an iPod, laptop computer, MP3 player, CD changer, or cassette tape player,...
Page 179: Using An Mp3
Using an MP3 MP3 CD-R or CD-RW Disc The radio plays MP3 ﬁles that were recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW disc. The ﬁles can be recorded with the following ﬁxed bit rates: 32 kbps, 40 kbps, 56 kbps, 64 kbps, 80 kbps, 96 kbps, 112 kbps, 128 kbps, 160 kbps, 192 kbps, 224 kbps, 256 kbps, and 320 kbps or a variable bit rate.
Page 180 • Minimize the length of the ﬁle, folder, or playlist names. Long ﬁle, folder, or playlist names, or a combination of a large number of ﬁles and folders, or playlists can cause the player to be unable to play up to the maximum number of ﬁles, folders, playlists, or sessions.
Page 181 When the CD-R contains only playlists and compressed audio ﬁles, but no folders, all ﬁles are located under the root folder. The folder down and the folder up buttons search playlists (Px) ﬁrst and then goes to the root folder. When the radio displays the name of the folder, the radio displays ROOT.
Page 182 Playing an MP3 Insert a CD-R partway into the slot (Single CD Player), or press the load button and wait for the message to insert disc (Six-Disc CD Player), label side up. The player pulls it in, and the CD-R should begin playing.
Page 183 EJECT: Press the CD eject button to eject CD-R(s). To eject the CD-R that is currently playing, press and release this button. A beep will sound and Ejecting Disc displays. Once the disc is ejected, Remove Disc displays. The CD-R can be removed.
Page 184 RDM (Random): With the random setting, MP3 ﬁles on the CD-R can be played in random, rather than sequential order, on one CD-R or all discs in a six-disc CD player. To use random, do one of the following: 1. To play MP3 ﬁles in random order from the CD-R that is currently playing, press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM label until Random Current Disc displays.
Page 185 To change from playback by artist to playback by album, press the pushbutton located below the Sort By label. From the sort screen, push one of the buttons below the album button. Press the pushbutton below the back label to return to the main music navigator screen.
Page 186: Xm Radio Messages
XM Radio Messages Radio Display Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, Channels) after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. XM Updating Updating encryption code No XM Signal Loss of signal Loading XM Acquiring channel audio (after four second delay) Channel Off Air Channel not in service...
Page 187 Radio Display Message No Title Info Song/Program Title not available No CAT Info Category Name not available No Information No Text/Informational message available CAT Not Found No channel available for the chosen category XM Theftlocked Theftlock XM Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known...
Page 188: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Theft-Deterrent Feature ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your vehicle’s radio. The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN). If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it will not operate and LOCK or LOCKED will appear on the display.
Page 189: Radio Reception
Radio Reception You may experience frequency interference and static during normal radio reception if items such as cellphone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory power outlet.
Page 190: Care Of Your Cds
Care of Your CDs Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. The CD player scans the bottom surface of the disc. If the surface of a CD is damaged, such as cracked, broken, or scratched, the CD will not play properly or not at all.
Page 191: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ... 192 Defensive Driving ... 192 Drunken Driving ... 193 Control of a Vehicle ... 196 Braking ... 196 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ... 197 Braking in Emergencies ... 199 Traction Control System (TCS) ... 199 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ...
Page 192: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 12. CAUTION: Defensive driving really means “Be ready for anything.”...
Page 193: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It is the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: •...
Page 194 According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of liquors like whiskey, gin, or vodka.
Page 195 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent.
Page 196: Control Of A Vehicle
That means you can lose control of your vehicle. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 199 and Electronic Stability Control on page 201. Adding non-Saturn accessories can affect your vehicle’s performance. See Accessories and Modiﬁcations on page 233. Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 134.
Page 197: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Once the power assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push. Adding non-Saturn accessories can affect your vehicle’s performance. See Accessories and Modiﬁcations on page 233.
Page 198 Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel.
Page 199: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: ABS does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 200: Limited-Slip Rear Axle
Press the traction control system button again to turn the system back on. The DIC will display the appropriate message when you press the button. Adding non-Saturn accessories can affect your vehicle’s performance. See Accessories and Modiﬁcations on page 233 for more information. Limited-Slip Rear Axle...
Page 201: Electronic Stability Control
Electronic Stability Control Your vehicle may be equipped with an Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system which combines antilock brake, traction and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions. When you ﬁrst start your vehicle and begin to drive away, the system performs several diagnostic checks to ensure there are no problems.
Page 202 See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 147 for more information. Adding non-Saturn accessories can affect your vehicle’s performance. See Accessories and Modiﬁcations on page 233 for more information.
Page 203: Steering
Competitive Driving Mode The driver can select this optional handling mode by pressing the ESC/TCS button on the console two times within a ﬁve second time period. COMPETITIVE MODE will be displayed in the DIC. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 147 for more information.
Page 204 Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. Adding non-Saturn accessories can affect your vehicle’s performance. See Accessories and Modiﬁcations on page 233.
Page 205 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 206: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 207 • Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection, delay your pass. A broken center line usually indicates it is all right to pass, providing the road ahead is clear.
Page 208: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems — brakes, steering, and acceleration — do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, do not give up.
Page 209: Driving At Night
Remember: Any Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. If the ABS is ever disabled, in a braking skid, where the wheels are no longer rolling, release enough pressure on the brakes to get the wheels rolling again. This restores steering control. Push the brake pedal down steadily when you have to stop suddenly.
Page 210: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
When you are faced with severe glare, as from a driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps, slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps. Keep the windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean —...
Page 211 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and even people walking. It is wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer ﬂuid reservoir ﬁlled with washer ﬂuid.
Page 212 Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle.
Page 213: City Driving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: •...
Page 214: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways — also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways — are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 215: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Of course, you will ﬁnd experienced and able service experts at Saturn retailers all across the United States and Canada. They will be ready and willing to help if you need it.
Page 216: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 217 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all ﬂuid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission.
Page 218: Winter Driving
• Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. • As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident.
Page 219 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet, or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 220 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation.
Page 221 The Traction Control System (TCS) improves your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road. But you can turn the TCS off if you ever need to. You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
Page 222 If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow.
Page 223 CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle.
Page 224: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice, Or Snow
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you do not want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck, but you must use caution.
Page 225: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First, turn the steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around the front wheels. If your vehicle has traction control, you should turn the traction control system off. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 199 and Electronic Stability Control on page 201.
Page 226 Tire and Loading Information Label Label Example A vehicle speciﬁc Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar (B-pillar) of your vehicle. With the driver’s door open, you will ﬁnd the label attached below the door latch. This label shows the number of occupant seating positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds.
Page 227 4. The resulting ﬁgure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be ﬁve 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs).
Page 228 Example 2 Item Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 Subtract Occupant Weight @ 150 lbs (68 kg) x 2 = Available Cargo Weight = Total Item 400 lbs (181 kg) 300 lbs (136 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) Refer to your vehicle’s Tire and Loading Information label for speciﬁc information about your vehicle’s capacity weight and seating positions.
Page 229 Certiﬁcation Label A vehicle speciﬁc Certiﬁcation label is attached to the rear edge of the driver’s door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo.
Page 230: Towing
If you put things inside your vehicle — like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else — they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop...
Page 231: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service ... 233 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ... 233 California Proposition 65 Warning ... 234 Doing Your Own Service Work ... 234 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ... 235 Fuel ... 235 Gasoline Octane ... 235 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ...
Page 232 Section 5 Tires ... 284 Winter Tires ... 286 Tire Sidewall Labeling ... 287 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions ... 289 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ... 292 Tire Inspection and Rotation ... 294 When It Is Time for New Tires ... 296 Buying New Tires ...
Page 233: Service
You will get genuine Saturn parts and Saturn-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your Saturn vehicle all Saturn. Genuine Saturn parts have one of these marks.
Page 234: California Proposition 65 Warning
California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many ﬂuids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals.
Page 235: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. To help keep your engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance, Saturn recommends the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline. Gasoline Octane Use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher.
Page 236: Gasoline Speciﬁcations
See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 138. If this occurs, return to your authorized Saturn retailer for diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty.
Page 237: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area. We recommend that you use these gasolines if they comply with the speciﬁcations described earlier. However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 10% ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels.
Page 238: Filling The Tank
Filling the Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling.
Page 239 CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather.
Page 240: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: •...
Page 241: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Locate the interior hood release lever. It is located below the instrument panel on the driver’s side of the vehicle. 3. Go to the side of the vehicle and pull up on the rear edge of the hood, near the windshield to open the hood.
Page 242: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2.4L L4 engine, this is what you will see:...
Page 243 A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 267. B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System on page 260. C. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See “Brake Fluid” under Brakes on page 268 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 254.
Page 244 When you open the hood on the 2.0L L4 engine, this is what you will see:...
Page 245: Engine Oil
A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 267. B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System on page 260. C. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See “Brake Fluid” under Brakes on page 268 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 254.
Page 246 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the MIN (minimum) mark, you will need to add at least one quart/liter of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 331.
Page 247 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use For Vehicles With the 2.0L L4 Engine Look for two things: • GM4718M Your vehicle’s engine requires a special oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M, such as ® Mobil 1 or equivalent. Oils meeting this standard may be identiﬁed as synthetic.
Page 248 Your vehicle’s engine is ﬁlled at the factory with a synthetic oil which meets all requirements for your vehicle. Substitute Engine Oil: When adding oil to maintain engine oil level, oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M may not be available. You can add substitute oil designated SAE 5W-30 with the starburst symbol at all temperatures.
Page 249 • SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container.
Page 250: Engine Oil Life System
Your retailer has trained service people who will perform this work using genuine Saturn parts and reset the system. It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level.
Page 251 After changing the engine oil, the system must be reset as follows: 1. Turn the ignition to RUN, with the engine off. 2. Press the information and reset buttons on the Driver Information Center (DIC) at the same time to enter the personalization menu.
Page 252: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 2.4L L4 Engine 2.0L L4 Engine See Engine Compartment Overview on page 242 for the location of the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter.
Page 253 When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter element at each scheduled Maintenance II service interval and replace the air cleaner/ﬁlter element at the ﬁrst oil change after 50,000 miles (85 000 km). If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the ﬁlter at each engine oil change.
Page 254: Automatic Transmission Fluid
A transmission ﬂuid leak is the only reason for ﬂuid loss. If a leak occurs, take your vehicle to a Saturn retailer and have it repaired as soon as possible. Change the ﬂuid and ﬁlter at the intervals listed in the Maintenance Schedule.
Page 255: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is ﬁlled with ® DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for ﬁve years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs ﬁrst, if you add only DEX-COOL life coolant.
Page 256 What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water ® and one-half DEX-COOL coolant which will not damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you do not need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.
Page 257 Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 242 for more information on location. CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Page 258: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper ® DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the coolant surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. If the coolant surge tank is empty, a special ﬁll procedure is necessary. See Engine Overheating on page 258 for instructions on “How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank.”...
Page 259 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 260: Cooling System
If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. If the warning does not come back on, you can drive normally. If the warning continues and you have not stopped, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away.
Page 261 2.0L L4 Engine A. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View) CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Page 262 The coolant level should be at the COLD FILL line. If it is not, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump, or somewhere in the cooling system. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 263 If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at the COLD FILL line, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool before you do it.
Page 264 CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. 1. Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
Page 265 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to the COLD FILL line. Wait about ﬁve minutes, then check to see if the level is below the COLD FILL line. If the level is below the line, add additional coolant to bring the level up to the line.
Page 266: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 242 for reservoir location. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A ﬂuid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Page 267: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a ﬂuid that has sufficient protection against freezing.
Page 268: Brakes
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 242 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake ﬂuid level in the reservoir might go down. The ﬁrst is that the brake ﬂuid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Page 269 What to Add When you do need brake ﬂuid, use only DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Use new brake ﬂuid from a sealed container only. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 345. Always clean the brake ﬂuid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir.
Page 270 Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to Saturn torque speciﬁcations. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets.
Page 271: Battery
Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality Saturn brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking system — for example, when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in —...
Page 272: Jump Starting
Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative ( ) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.
Page 273 Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that would not be covered by your warranty. Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage your vehicle. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system.
Page 274 4. Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the positive (+) and negative ( ) terminal locations on that vehicle. You will not need to access your battery for jump starting. Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) and a remote negative ( ) jump starting terminal.
Page 275 CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a ﬂashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle.
Page 276 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal location on the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal. 7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery.
Page 277 Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative ( ) Terminal B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote Negative ( ) Terminals C. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1.
Page 278: Rear Axle
Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A ﬂuid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 279: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb to use, see Replacement Bulbs on page 283. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your retailer. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
Page 280: Front Turn Signal, Parking And Fog Lamps
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 241 for more information. 2. Remove the bulb access cover from the bulb (high or low-beam only) you need to change. 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it from the headlamp assembly.
Page 281: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps And Sidemarker Lamps
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Sidemarker Lamps To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 68 for more information. 2. Remove the two screws, which hold the taillamp assembly, from inside the vehicle. 3.
Page 282: Back-Up Lamps
Back-Up Lamps The back-up lamps are located in the rear bumper. To replace a bulb, do the following: 1. Reach behind, up and under the rear bumper and locate the bulb socket. 2. Turn it counterclockwise to remove from the bulb assembly.
Page 283: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Back-Up, Stoplamp, Taillamp and Turn Signal Fog Lamp Front Parking Lamp (In Headlamp Assembly) Front Parking/Turn Signal Lamp (Below Headlamp Assembly) Front and Rear Sidemarker Lamp License Plate Lamp Headlamps High-Beam Low-Beam For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact your retailer.
Page 284: Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Saturn Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle.
Page 285 Your Saturn Warranty does not cover this type of damage. Keep tires set to the correct inﬂation pressure and when possible avoid contact with curbs, potholes, and other road hazards.
Page 286: Winter Tires
Winter Tires If your vehicle has P245/45R18 size tires, they are classiﬁed as low-proﬁle performance tires. These tires are designed for very responsive driving on wet or dry pavement. If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads often, you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle.
Page 287: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The example below shows a typical passenger (p-metric) tire sidewall. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example (A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description.
Page 288 (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance. For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 299. (G) Maximum Cold Inﬂation Load Limit: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load.
Page 289: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of optional accessories.
Page 290 Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for air pressure. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles.
Page 291 Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. Rim: A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead.
Page 292: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Notice: Do not let anyone tell you that under-inﬂation or over-inﬂation is all right. It is not. If your tires do not have enough air (under-inﬂation), you can get the following: •...
Page 293 When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inﬂated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inﬂated even when they are under-inﬂated.
Page 294: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 296 and Wheel Replacement on page 300 for more information.
Page 295 Directional Tires If your vehicle has Goodyear Eagle F1-GS1 P245/45R18 size tires, they are directional tires and must roll in a certain direction for the best overall performance. The direction is shown by an arrow on the tire sidewall. Because these tires are directional, they should be rotated as shown here.
Page 296: When It Is Time For New Tires
Buying New Tires Saturn has developed and matched speciﬁc tires for your vehicle. The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle, when it was new, were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation (TPC spec)
Page 297 CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes, brands, or types (radial and bias-belted tires) the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes, brands, or types may also cause damage to your vehicle.
Page 298: Different Size Tires And Wheels
You may increase the chance that you will crash and suffer serious injury. Only use Saturn speciﬁc wheel and tire systems developed for your vehicle, and have them properly installed by a Saturn certiﬁed technician.
Page 299: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which grades tires by treadwear, traction, and temperature performance.
Page 300: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 301 If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts, replace them only with new Saturn original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your vehicle.
Page 302 This could lead to a crash. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new Saturn original equipment wheel nuts. Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage.
Page 303: Tire Chains
Tire Chains CAUTION: Do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash.
Page 304: Tire Inﬂator Kit
After repairing a tire with the tire inﬂator kit, take your vehicle to an authorized Saturn retailer to have the tire inspected and repaired as soon as possible. The tire sealant is a temporary repair only.
Page 305 After temporarily repairing a tire using the tire inﬂator kit, it is recommended to take your vehicle to an authorized Saturn retailer within 100 miles (161 kilometers) of driving to have the tire inspected and repaired. If the sealant is...
Page 306 Accessing the Tire Inﬂator Kit To access the tire inﬂator kit, do the following: 1. Make sure the convertible top is in the up position before accessing the tire inﬂator kit. 2. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 68 for more information.
Page 307 Tire Sealant The kit contains a liquid sealant that when injected into a ﬂat tire, may temporarily repair nail holes or cuts in the tread area of the tire. The tire sealant cannot repair tire damage caused while driving on a ﬂat tire or a tire that has had a “blow out” or a tire that has punctures in the sidewall areas.
Page 308 4. Attach the sealant ﬁlling hose (A) onto the tire valve stem. Turn it clockwise until it is tight. Make sure the inﬂator kit on/off switch (B) is in the O (off) position. 5. Plug the air compressor accessory plug (C) into an accessory power outlet in the vehicle.
Page 309 7. Push the inﬂator kit switch to the I (on) position. The inﬂator kit will force sealant and air into the tire. Sealant may leak from the puncture hole until the vehicle is driven and the hole has sealed. 8. Make sure there is a proper connection between the tire valve stem and the sealant ﬁlling hose by looking at the air pressure gage.
Page 310 15. Stow the air compressor accessory plug back in the air compressor. To do this, wrap the air compressor accessory plug, snap in the plug, and then push in the bottom and then the top of the wrapped air compressor accessory plug.
Page 311 18. Immediately drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) to distribute the sealant evenly in the tire. Stop at a safe location and check the tire pressure, refer to Steps 1 through 8 under “Using the Air Compressor without Sealant” next in this section.
Page 312 5. Plug the air compressor accessory plug into an accessory power outlet in the vehicle. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 121 for more information. CAUTION: Idling the engine in a closed-in place or with the climate control system off can cause deadly carbon monoxide (CO).
Page 313 9. Inﬂate the tire up to the recommended inﬂation pressure using the air pressure gage on the top of the unit. 10. Turn off the air compressor by moving the switch to the O (off) position. CAUTION: Storing the tire inﬂator kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury.
Page 314 4. Turn the sealant canister so the inﬂator ﬁlling hose is aligned with the slot in the compressor. 5. Lift the sealant canister from the compressor and replace with a new sealant canister. See your retailer for more information. To install a new sealant canister, do the following: 1.
Page 315: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust and dirt can accumulate on your upholstery. Dirt can damage carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic surfaces.
Page 316: Fabric/Carpet
Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleaners or techniques: • Never use a knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface. • Never use a stiff brush. It can cause damage to your vehicle’s interior surfaces. •...
Page 317: Leather
4. Continue to gently rub the soiled area until the cleaning cloth remains clean. 5. If the soil is not completely removed, use a mild soap solution and repeat the cleaning process that was used with plain water. If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary.
Page 318: Care Of Safety Belts
Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instrument panel. The increase in gloss may cause annoying reﬂections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts.
Page 319: Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint ﬁnish. You can get approved cleaning products from your Saturn retailer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 323. Your vehicle has a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish.
Page 320: Convertible Top
The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Use only Saturn-approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels.
Page 321: Tires
The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Do not use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface. Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels.
Page 322: Finish Damage
Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Saturn will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever occurs ﬁrst.
Page 323: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Wax-Treated polishing cloth. Tar and Road Removes tar, road oil Oil Remover and asphalt. Chrome Cleaner Use on chrome or and Polish stainless steel. Vinyl Cleaner Cleans vinyl. Convertible Top Cleaner Cleans convertible tops.
Page 324: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) This is the legal identiﬁer for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
Page 325: Electrical System
Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your retailer ﬁrst. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage would not be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 326: Floor Console Fuse Block
Floor Console Fuse Block The ﬂoor console fuse block is located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle under the carpet. Remove the fuse block cover to access the fuses. Use the fuse puller to remove fuses. After re-installing the fuse block cover, be sure to tuck the carpet under the heater ﬂoor outlets.
Page 327 Fuses Usage Ampliﬁer Cluster Ignition Switch, PassKey III+ Stoplamp Climate Control System, PassKey III+ Empty Spare Airbag Spare Wiper Climate Control System, Automatic Occupant Sensing Module, Clutch Switch, Crank Relay, Instrument Panel Cluster Empty Empty Fuses Usage Electric Power Steering, Steering Wheel Controls Spare Spare...
Page 328: Underhood Fuse Block
Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. Lift the cover for access to the fuse block. To remove fuses, use the fuse puller, or hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index ﬁnger and pull straight out.
Page 329 Fuses Usage Trunk Trunk Empty Fuel Pump Rear Defogger Relay Air Conditioning Clutch Relay Empty Empty Trunk Release Relay Fuel Pump Relay Empty Mirrors Air Conditioning Empty Cooling Fan 2 Relay (LE5); Empty (LNF) Fuse Puller Powertrain Relay Empty Fuses Usage Back-up Lamps Relay (Automatic Transmission);...
Page 330 Fuses Engine Control Module, Transmission Anti-lock Brake System Injectors, Ignition Coils (LE5); Ignition Coils (LNF) Back-up Lamps (Manual Transmission); Empty (Automatic Transmission) Empty Daytime Running Lamps Relay Daytime Running Lamps Cooling Fan 1 Relay (LE5); Empty (LNF) Run/Crank Relay Windshield Wiper Low/High Relay Fog Lamps Fog Lamps Relay Horn Relay...
Page 331: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 345 for more information. Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Cooling System 2.0L L4 Engine Automatic 2.0L L4 Engine Manual 2.4L L4 Engine Automatic 2.4L L4 Engine Manual Engine Oil with Filter...
Page 332 Application Transmission, Automatic (Complete Drain and Reﬁll) Transmission, Manual (Complete Drain and Reﬁll) Wheel Nut Torque All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual. Engine 2.0L L4 2.4L L4 English 100 lb ft Engine Speciﬁcations...
Page 333 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule ... 334 Introduction ... 334 Maintenance Requirements ... 334 Your Vehicle and the Environment ... 334 Using the Maintenance Schedule ... 334 Scheduled Maintenance ... 336 Additional Required Services ... 338 Maintenance Footnotes ... 339 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...
Page 334: Maintenance Schedule
Using the Maintenance Schedule We at Saturn want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week.
Page 335 So, unless you are technically qualiﬁed and have the necessary equipment, you should have your Saturn retailer do these jobs. When you go to your Saturn retailer for your service needs, you will know that Saturn-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine Saturn parts.
Page 336: Scheduled Maintenance
However, the engine oil and ﬁlter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. Your Saturn retailer has Saturn-trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine Saturn parts and reset the system.
Page 337 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. See Engine Oil on page 245. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 250. An Emission Control Service. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (j). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 338: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components.
Page 339: Maintenance Footnotes
(c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, ﬁttings, and clamps; replace with genuine Saturn parts as needed. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year.
Page 340: Owner Checks And Services
These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, dependability, and emission control performance of your vehicle. Your Saturn retailer can assist you with these checks and services. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Page 341: At Each Fuel Fill
At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel ﬁll. Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See Engine Oil on page 245 for further details. Notice: It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level.
Page 342: At Least Once A Year
The vehicle should start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your Saturn retailer for service. On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL, push the clutch pedal down halfway, and try to start the engine.
Page 343 With a manual transmission, the ignition key should come out only in LOCK. Turn the steering wheel to the left and to the right. It should only lock when turned to the right. Contact your Saturn retailer if service is required.
Page 344 With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your Saturn retailer if service is required. Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to ﬂush any corrosive materials from the underbody.
Page 345: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your retailer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Engine Oil Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines (2.4L L4 starburst symbol.
Page 346 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Windshield ® Optikleen Washer Solvent. Washer Manual Transmission Fluid Manual (GM Part No. U.S. 89021806, Transmission in Canada 89021807). ® Automatic DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Key Lock (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, Cylinders in Canada 10953474).
Page 347: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your retailer. Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 2.0L and 2.4L Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs 2.0L L4 Engine 2.4L L4 Engine Windshield Wiper Blade (Hook Type) Driver’s Side —...
Page 348: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing 2.0L and 2.4L L4 Engines...
Page 349: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 334. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 340 can be added on the following record pages.
Page 350 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II...
Page 351 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II...
Page 352 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II...
Page 353: Customer Assistance Information
Customer Assistance Information Reporting Safety Defects ... 368 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ... 368 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ... 368 Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn ... 369 Service Publications Ordering Information ... 369...
Page 354: Customer Assistance And Information
Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your retailer and to Saturn. Together we are committed to providing our customers with unparalleled service, before, during and after the purchase of a Saturn vehicle, for total customer satisfaction.
Page 355 Saturn vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, Saturn and its retailers offer the additional assistance of a neutral party through our voluntary participation in a mediation/arbitration program called BBB Auto Line.
Page 356 For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), call toll-free 1-800-207-0685. Alternatively, you may call the Saturn Customer Communication Centre, 1-800-263-1999, or you may write to: Mediation/Arbitration Program c/o Customer Communication Centre...
Page 357: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center Online Owner Center (United States only) The Owner Center is a resource for your Saturn ownership needs. Speciﬁc vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: • Get e-mail service reminders.
Page 358: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Canada may dial 1-800-263-3830. Customer Assistance Offices Saturn encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a customer wishes to write to Saturn, the letter should be addressed to: Saturn Customer Assistance Center 100 Saturn Parkway Mail Code 371-999-S24...
Page 359: Gm Mobility Reimbursement Program
For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1-800-268-6800. Service available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year As the proud owner of a new Saturn vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Saturn Roadside Assistance Program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road.
Page 360 10 miles. • Emergency Tow From a Public Roadway or Highway: Tow to the nearest Saturn retailer for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Winch-out assistance provided when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow.
Page 361 $100 upon submission of the original receipt to Roadside Assistance. In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Saturn’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty for U.S. customers, and the duration of the Base Warranty Coverage for Canadian customers of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 362 While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family. Remember we are only a phone call away. Saturn Roadside Assistance: 1-800-553-6000; text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-6000. Canadian customers call 1-800-268-6800.
Page 363: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Recorders
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if the vehicle has the Anti-lock Brake...
Page 364: Collision Damage Repair
In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may: • use the data for GM research needs, • make it available for research where appropriate conﬁdentiality is to be maintained and need is shown, or • share summary data which is not tied to a speciﬁc vehicle with non-GM organizations for research purposes.
Page 365 Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs. Your Saturn retailer may have a collision repair center with GM-trained technicians and state of the art equipment, or...
Page 366 If an Accident Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in an accident. • Try to relax and then check to make sure you are all right. If you are uninjured, make sure that no one else in your vehicle, or the other vehicle, is injured.
Page 367 • Choose a reputable collision repair facility for your vehicle. Whether you select a Saturn retailer or a private collision repair facility to ﬁx the damage, make sure you are comfortable with them. Remember, you will have to feel comfortable with their work for a long time.
Page 368: Reporting Safety Defects
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying Saturn Corporation. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it ﬁnds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Page 369: Reporting Safety Defects To Saturn
Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. U.S. customers can call the Saturn Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-553-6000, or write: Saturn Corporation 100 Saturn Parkway...
Page 370 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) less than 10,000 pounds (4 536 kg). Copies of individual bulletins are also at your participating Saturn retailer. You can ask to see them. In Canada, information relating to product service bulletins can be obtained by contacting your Saturn retailer.
Page 371 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ... 233 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ... 121 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ... 55 Additives, Fuel ... 236 Add-On Electrical Equipment ... 325 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ... 252 Air Conditioning ... 122 Airbag Passenger Status Indicator ... 131 Readiness Light ...
Page 372 Audio System(s) ... 158 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ... 188 Care of Your CD Player ... 190 Care of Your CDs ... 190 Fixed Mast Antenna ... 190 Radio with CD ... 162, 168 Setting the Time ... 159, 160 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...
Page 373 Care of Safety Belts ... 318 Your CD Player ... 190 Your CDs ... 190 CD, MP3 ... 179 Center Console Storage Area ... 100 Chains, Tire ... 303 Charging System Light ... 133 Check Engine Light ... 138 Checking Things Under the Hood ... 240 Chemical Paint Spotting ...
Page 374 Telephone (TTY) Users ... 358 Customer Assistance Offices ... 358 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ... 354 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ... 359 Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn ... 369 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ... 368 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ...
Page 375 Electrical System Add-On Equipment ... 325 Floor Console Fuse Block ... 326 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ... 325 Headlamp Wiring ... 325 Power Windows and Other Power Options ... 325 Underhood Fuse Block ... 328 Electronic Stability Control ... 201 Electronic Stability Control Indicator Light ...
Page 376 Fuel ... 235 Additives ... 236 California Fuel ... 236 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ... 240 Filling Your Tank ... 238 Fuels in Foreign Countries ... 237 Gage ... 143 Gasoline Octane ... 235 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ... 236 Low Warning Light ... 143 Fuses Floor Console Fuse Block ...
Page 377 Hood Checking Things Under ... 240 Release ... 241 Horn ... 110 How to Use This Manual ... 4 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ... 18 Hydraulic Clutch ... 254 Ignition Positions ... 78 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ... 30 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ...
Page 378 Light (cont.) Highbeam On ... 142 Low Fuel Warning ... 143 Malfunction Indicator ... 138 Oil Pressure ... 141 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ... 131 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder ... 130 Safety Belt Reminder ... 129 Security ... 142 Traction Control System ... 136 Trunk Ajar ...
Page 379 Message DIC Warnings and Messages ... 147 Mirror Reading Lamps ... 120 Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ... 93 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar Outside Power Mirrors ... 93 MP3 ... 179 MyGMLink.com ... 357 New Vehicle Break-In ... 77 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... 347 Odometer ...
Page 380 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System, Operation ... 63 Replacement Bulbs ... 283 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government ... 368 Saturn ... 369 United States Government ... 368 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems ... 56 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...
Page 381 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ... 79 Roadside Assistance Program ... 359 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ... 225 Routing, Engine Drive Belt ... 348 Running the Engine While Parked ... 92 Safety Belt Passenger Reminder Light ... 130 Pretensioners ...
Page 382 Speciﬁcations, Capacities ... 331 Speedometer ... 129 Starting Your Engine ... 80 Steering ... 203 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ... 188 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ... 110 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area ... 100 Cupholder(s) ... 99 Glove Box ... 99 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ...
Page 383 Traction Control System (TCS) ... 199 Limited-Slip Rear Axle ... 200 Traction Control System Warning Light ... 136 Transmission Fluid, Automatic ... 254 Fluid, Manual ... 254 Transmission Operation, Automatic ... 82 Transmission Operation, Manual ... 85 Trunk ... 68 Trunk Ajar Light ...
Page 384 Windows ... 71 Power ... 72 Windshield Washer ... 114 Washer Fluid ... 267 Wiper Blade Replacement ... 283 Wiper Blades, Cleaning ... 319 Wipers ... 113 Winter Driving ... 218 Winter Tires ... 286 XM Radio Messages ... 186 XM™...

Saturn 2007 Sky Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Seats and Restraint Systems

Features and Controls

Instrument Panel

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

Rear Axle

Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

Section 7 Customer Assistance Information

Customer Assistance and Information

Reporting Safety Defects

Quick Links

Chapters

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