Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode; Cooling System - Saturn 2006 Relay Owner's Manual

Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode
This emergency operating mode allows your vehicle to be
driven to a safe place in an emergency situation. If an
overheated engine condition exists, an overheat
protection mode which alternates firing groups of
cylinders helps prevent engine damage. In this mode, you
will notice a significant loss in power and engine
performance. The temperature gage will indicate an
overheat condition exists. Driving extended miles (km)
and/or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode
should be avoided.
Notice: After driving in the overheated engine
protection operating mode, to avoid engine damage,
allow the engine to cool before attempting any
repair. The engine oil will be severely degraded.
Repair the cause of coolant loss, change the oil and
reset the oil life system. See Engine Oil on
page 5-15.
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Cooling System

When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what
you will see:
3.5L V6 Engine
A. Radiator Pressure Cap
B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans
C. Coolant Recovery Tank