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2010 Saturn AURA Owner Manual

In Brief ........................................................... 1-1

Instrument Panel

........................................ 1-2

Initial Drive Information

Vehicle Features

...................................... 1-15

Performance and Maintenance

Seats and Restraint System ............................. 2-1

Head Restraints

......................................... 2-2

Front Seats

............................................... 2-4

Rear Seats

.............................................. 2-10

Safety Belts

............................................. 2-12

Child Restraints

....................................... 2-32

Airbag System

......................................... 2-58

Restraint System Check

Features and Controls ..................................... 3-1

Keys

........................................................ 3-2

Doors and Locks

....................................... 3-8

Windows

................................................. 3-13

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

.................................................... 3-32

............................... 1-3

................... 1-20

............................ 2-75

............................ 3-15

........... 3-19

Universal Home Remote System

Storage Areas

......................................... 3-41

Sunroof

.................................................. 3-42

Instrument Panel ............................................. 4-1

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

...................................... 4-16

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(s)

....................................... 4-50

Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 5-1

Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle

Towing

................................................... 5-24

Service and Appearance Care .......................... 6-1

Service

..................................................... 6-3

Fuel

......................................................... 6-5

Checking Things Under the Hood

Headlamp Aiming

..................................... 6-40

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

...................................................... 6-44

M

................ 3-34

.......................... 4-3

........ 4-24

.................. 4-39

....... 5-2

............... 6-12

.................................... 6-41

......... 6-44

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Page 1 2010 Saturn AURA Owner Manual In Brief ............1-1 Universal Home Remote System ....3-34 Instrument Panel ........1-2 Storage Areas ......... 3-41 Initial Drive Information ....... 1-3 Sunroof ..........3-42 Vehicle Features ........1-15 Instrument Panel ..........4-1 Performance and Maintenance ....
Page 2 Customer Assistance Information ....8-1 Appearance Care ........6-89 Customer Assistance and Information ... 8-2 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ......... 6-95 Reporting Safety Defects ......8-13 Electrical System ........6-96 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ... 8-15 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ....6-105 Index ..............
Page 3: Canadian Owners
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l’adresse suivante: SATURN, the SATURN Emblem, and the name AURA, Helm, Incorporated are registered trademarks of Saturn Corporation. P.O. Box 07130...
Page 4: Vehicle Symbols
Safety Warnings and Symbols A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Warning Messages found on vehicle labels and in this “Do Not,” “Do not do this,” manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or “Do not let this happen.”...
Page 5 Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fuel Gage Here are some additional symbols that may be found on : Fuses the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the index. : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer : Airbag Readiness Light : LATCH System Child Restraints : Air Conditioning : Malfunction Indicator Lamp...
Page 6 ✍ NOTES...
Page 7: In Brief
Section 1 In Brief Vehicle Features ..........1-15 Instrument Panel ..........1-2 Radio(s) ............1-15 Initial Drive Information ........1-3 Satellite Radio ..........1-17 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ....1-4 Portable Audio Devices (Auxiliary Input or Remote Vehicle Start ........1-4 USB Port) ..........1-17 Door Locks ............1-5 Steering Wheel Controls ........1-17 Trunk Release ..........1-5 ®...
Page 8: Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel...
Page 9: Initial Drive Information
A. Outlet Adjustment on page 4-23. N. Ignition Positions on page 3-19. B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4-4. O. Climate Control System on page 4-16 or Automatic Climate Control System on page 4-19. C. Driver Shift Control (If Equipped). Automatic Transmission Operation (Six Speed Transmission) P.
Page 10: Remote Vehicle Start
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Press and hold for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. System Press again to cancel the panic alarm. The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and See Keys on page 3-2 and Remote Keyless unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 feet) away Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 3-3.
Page 11: Trunk Release
Canceling a Remote Start Trunk Release To cancel a remote start: In addition to the trunk release button on the RKE • Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press transmitter, there is a remote release button located and hold until the parking lamps turn off.
Page 12: Seat Adjustment
Seat Adjustment Power Seats (If Equipped) Manual Seat 1. Lift the bar under the seat to unlock the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar. Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the Try to move the seat to be sure it is locked in place.
Page 13: Power Reclining Seatbacks
Power Reclining Seatbacks Power Lumbar (If Equipped) Press the front (A) or rear (B) of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. To raise or recline the seatback, tilt the top of the control forward or rearward. See Power Lumbar on page 2-5. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 2-6.
Page 14: Second Row Seats
Heated Seats (If Equipped) Second Row Seats Rear Seat Either side of the seatback can be folded down. Press the top of the switch to turn the feature on to the high heat setting. The indicator light (2) will be lit. Press the top of the switch again to go to the low heat setting.
Page 15: Safety Belt
Safety Belt Sensing System for Passenger Airbag The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags and roof-rail airbags are not affected by this. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started.
Page 16 Mirror Adjustment For more information, see: • Outside Power Mirrors on page 3-34. Exterior Mirrors • Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror on page 3-34. Controls for the outside Interior Mirror power mirrors are located on the inside of the Vehicles with a manual rearview mirror can be adjusted vehicle near the driver by holding the mirror in the center to move it for a side mirror.
Page 17: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Steering Wheel Adjustment Interior Lighting Dome Lamp The dome lamps come on when any door is opened. They turn off after all the doors are closed. The dome lamps can also be turned on by turning the instrument panel brightness knob, located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column, clockwise to the farthest position.
Page 18: Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lighting For more information, see: • Headlamps on page 4-10. • Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 4-11. • Automatic Headlamp System on page 4-11. Windshield Wiper/Washer The lever is located on the left side of the steering wheel. : Turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, and taillamps.
Page 19: Climate Controls
Climate Controls : Move the lever to the & position, then turn band up for more frequent wipes or down for The vehicle’s heating, cooling, and ventilation can be less frequent wipes. automatically controlled with these systems. : Slow wipes. : Fast wipes.
Page 20: Driver Shift Control
Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Driver Shift Control Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you manual control over the automatic transmission. 1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) rearward to M (Manual). The transmission will remain in the driver selected gear.
Page 21: Vehicle Features
Vehicle Features Radio(s) 2. Press the + (plus) paddle, located on top of the steering wheel, forward to upshift, or push the backside of the shift paddle rearward to downshift. The transmission will only allow you to shift into gears Radio with CD (MP3) and USB Port shown appropriate for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute (RPM).
Page 22: Setting The Clock
Setting the Clock : Select radio stations. 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or © ¨ : Seek or scan stations. ON/RUN. : For vehicles with XM, MP3, WMA, or RDS features, 2. Press to turn the radio on. press to display additional text information related to 3.
Page 23: Satellite Radio
Satellite Radio Press the CD/AUX button to play audio from the portable player. XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the See “Using the Auxiliary Input Jack” and “Using the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian USB Port”...
Page 24 Driver Information Center (DIC) : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. Press and hold longer The DIC display is located at the bottom of the ® than two seconds to interact with the OnStar instrument panel cluster.
Page 25: Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization Cruise Control Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the The cruise control buttons DIC buttons on the left side of the steering wheel. are located on the left side These features include: of the steering wheel. •...
Page 26: Performance And Maintenance
Power Outlets Performance and Maintenance Accessory power outlets can be used to connect Traction Control System (TCS) auxiliary electrical equipment, such as a cellular telephone. The traction control system limits wheel spin. The There are two accessory power outlets. One accessory system turns on automatically every time the vehicle power outlet is inside the center storage console and is started.
Page 27: Tire Pressure Monitor
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Tire Pressure Monitor The vehicle may have an Electronic Stability Control This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor system that assists with directional control of the vehicle System (TPMS). in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on The Tire Pressure Monitor automatically every time the vehicle is started.
Page 28: Resetting The Oil Life System
Resetting the Oil Life System You may notice during cooler conditions that the low tire pressure warning light will appear when the vehicle is 1. Turn the ignition key to ON/RUN with the ﬁrst started and then turn off as you drive. This may be engine off.
Page 29: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. Canada: 1-800-268-6800 • Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops. As the owner of a new Saturn, you are automatically • enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. This Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
Page 30: How Onstar Service Works
® OnStar Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Navigation and Hands-Free Calling are available on most vehicles. Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles. For more information see the OnStar Owner’s Guide or visit www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada), contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or TTY 1-877-248-2080, or press...
Page 31: Onstar Steering Wheel Controls
OnStar Steering Wheel Controls The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicle information. This information is automatically sent to an This vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that can be OnStar call center when is pressed, is pressed, used to interact with OnStar hands-free calling. See or if the airbags or ACR system deploy.
Page 32 ✍ NOTES 1-26...
Page 33: Seats And Restraint System
Section 2 Seats and Restraint System Where to Put the Restraint ......2-42 Head Restraints ..........2-2 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children Front Seats ............2-4 (LATCH) ..........2-44 Manual Seats ..........2-4 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Power Seats ..........2-5 Position ...........2-51 Power Lumbar ..........2-5 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front...
Page 34: Head Restraints
Head Restraints The front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. WARNING: With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
Page 35 Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down. Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The head restraints are not designed to be removed.
Page 36: Front Seats
Front Seats If the vehicle has a manual seat, it can be moved forward or rearward. 1. Lift the bar to unlock Manual Seats the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and WARNING: release the bar. You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 37: Power Seats
Power Seats Power Lumbar If the vehicle has power seats, the controls used to Press the front (A) or rear (B) of the control to increase operate them are located on the outboard side of or decrease lumbar support. the seats. To adjust the seat: •...
Page 38: Heated Seats
Heated Seats Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks WARNING: 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 39 On seats with manual reclining seatbacks, the lever To return the seatback to an upright position: used to operate them is located on the outboard side of 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the the seat. seatback and the seatback returns to the upright position.
Page 40 Power Reclining Seatbacks WARNING: 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 41: Power Lift Seat
Power Lift Seat To adjust a power lift seat, press the top or bottom of Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is the power lift seat switch to raise or lower the seat. moving.
Page 42: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Split Folding Rear Seat With this feature, either side of the seatback can be folded down for more cargo space. Before folding a seatback, make sure the front seat is not reclined. If it is, the rear seatback will not fold down all the way.
Page 43 To raise the rear seatback pull the seatback up and make sure it latches. Push and pull on the seatback to WARNING: be sure it is locked in position. Make sure that the safety belts are properly stowed over the seatback in all three positions.
Page 44: Safety Belts
Safety Belts WARNING: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, This section of the manual describes how to use inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people safety belts properly. It also describes some things not riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously to do with safety belts.
Page 45: Why Safety Belts Work
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. 2-13...
Page 46 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something. In does not stop. a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 2-14...
Page 47 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. 2-15...
Page 48 Questions and Answers About Safety If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from Belts home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a crash — even one that is not your fault — you and Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I your passenger(s) can be hurt.
Page 49: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section 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 infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older Children on page 2-32 or Infants and Young Children on page 2-35.
Page 50 What is wrong with this? WARNING: 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. The shoulder belt should ﬁt snugly against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose.
Page 51 What is wrong with this? WARNING: 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 on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 52 What is wrong with this? WARNING: 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. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
Page 53 What is wrong with this? WARNING: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 54 What is wrong with this? WARNING: 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. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 55 What is wrong with this? WARNING: You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 56 What is wrong with this? WARNING: 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 dealer/retailer to ﬁx it.
Page 57: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index.
Page 58 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash. See “Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment” later in this section for instruction on use and important safety information.
Page 59 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the front driver and right front passenger position. outboard occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt safety belt assembly.
Page 60: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. If not, they are available through your dealer/retailer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults.
Page 61 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
Page 62 WARNING: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 63: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 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 Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making women.
Page 64: Child Restraints
Child Restraints The manufacturer’s instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt Older Children until the child passes the below ﬁt test: • Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue.
Page 65 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? WARNING: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face Never do this. or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the Never allow two children to wear the same safety hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 66 WARNING: Never do this. Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt.
Page 67: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children 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 Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes its airbag system is designed for them. Every time infants and all other children.
Page 68 WARNING: Never do this. Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) infant will suddenly become a 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person’s arms.
Page 69 WARNING: Never do this. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat.
Page 70 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? WARNING: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during Selection of a particular restraint should take a crash, infants need complete support.
Page 71: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems WARNING: A rear-facing infant seat (A) provides restraint A young child’s hip bones are still so small that with the seating surface the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain against the back of low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may the infant.
Page 72 Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle WARNING: A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle’s safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual.
Page 73: Securing The Child Within The Child Restraint
Securing the Child Within the Child When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on Restraint 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 WARNING: from the manufacturer.
Page 74: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint WARNING: (Continued) Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. Even if the passenger sensing system has turned We recommend that children and child restraints off the right front passenger frontal airbag, no be secured in a rear seat, including: an infant or a child system is fail-safe.
Page 75: Conﬁgurations For Use Of Child Restraints
Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can A. Occupant prohibited move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure B. Child restraint using people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure LATCH any child restraint in your vehicle — even when no child is in it.
Page 76 Lower Anchors and Tethers for A. Child restraint or occupant using Children (LATCH) safety belt The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system.
Page 77: Top Tether Anchor
Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle. A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the position that will accommodate a child restraint with vehicle.
Page 78 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others Locations require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child (Top Tether Anchor): restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be Seating positions with top...
Page 79 To assist you in locating the lower anchors, each rear anchor position has a label, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion, showing where the anchors are located. The top tether anchors are located behind the rear seat on the ﬁller panel.
Page 80: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System WARNING: Do not attach more than one child restraint to a WARNING: single anchor. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to or attachment to come loose or even break during anchors, the child restraint will not be able to a crash.
Page 81 Notice: Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle’s safety belts. This may damage these parts. If necessary, move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments. Do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt buckled.
Page 82 This system is designed to make installation of child 2.3. Route, attach, and tighten the top tether restraints easier. When using lower anchors, do not use according to the child restraint instructions the vehicle’s safety belts. Instead use the vehicle’s and the following instructions: anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the If the position you are...
Page 83: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear If the position you are using has an adjustable Seat Position headrest or head restraint and you are using a single When securing a child restraint in a rear seating tether, route the tether position, study the instructions that came with the under the headrest or head child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this...
Page 84 If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety 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.
Page 85 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, the retractor to set the lock. 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 86: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position. WARNING: If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor, disconnect it. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be Securing a Child Restraint in the seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inﬂates.
Page 87 If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that page 2-44 for how and where to install the child restraint came with the child restraint.
Page 88 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.
Page 89 If the airbags are off, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started. If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, see “If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint”...
Page 90: Airbag System
Airbag System All of the airbags in your vehicle will have the word AIRBAG embossed in the trim or on an attached label near the deployment opening. The vehicle has the following airbags: • For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG will appear on the A frontal airbag for the driver.
Page 91 Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: WARNING: WARNING: Airbags inﬂate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if seriously injured or killed.
Page 92 WARNING: 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 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument safety belt system nor its airbag system is panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol.
Page 93: Where Are The Airbags
Where Are the Airbags? The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 2-61...
Page 94 Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar The seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver and The roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks and second row outboard passengers are in the closest to the door.
Page 95: When Should An Airbag Inﬂate
When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? WARNING: Frontal airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver’s or If something is between an occupant and an right front passenger’s head and chest.
Page 96 Frontal airbags may inﬂate at different crash speeds. The vehicle has seat-mounted side impact and roof-rail For example: airbags. See Airbag System on page 2-58. Seat-mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags are • If the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbags intended to inﬂate in moderate to severe side crashes.
Page 97: What Makes An Airbag Inﬂate
What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? How Does an Airbag Restrain? In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, electrical signal triggering a release of gas from even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the inﬂator.
Page 98: What Will You See After An Airbag Inﬂates
What Will You See After an Airbag WARNING: Inﬂates? After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted side impact When an airbag inﬂates, there may be dust in the airbags inﬂate, they quickly deﬂate, so quickly that air. This dust could cause breathing problems for some people may not even realize an airbag inﬂated.
Page 99 In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. WARNING: Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. A crash severe enough to inﬂate the airbags may • Airbags are designed to inﬂate only once. After an have also damaged important functions in the airbag inﬂates, you will need some new parts for vehicle, such as the fuel system, brake and...
Page 100: Passenger Sensing System
Passenger Sensing System The passenger sensing system turns off the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag under certain conditions. The driver The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the airbags and the roof-rail airbags are not affected by the right front passenger position.
Page 101 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger airbag and seat-mounted WARNING: side impact airbag if: • The right front passenger seat is unoccupied. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be • The system determines that an infant is present in seriously injured or killed if the right front a rear-facing infant seat.
Page 102 When the passenger sensing system has turned off the For some children who have outgrown child restraints right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system side impact airbag, the off indicator will light and stay lit may or may not turn off the right front passenger frontal to remind you that the airbags are off.
Page 103 If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child 5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, turn the Restraint vehicle off. Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion, if adjustable, to If a child restraint has been installed and the on make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing indicator is lit:...
Page 104 If the Off Indicator is Lit for an If this happens, use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the right front Adult-Size Occupant passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2.
Page 105: Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Additional Factors Affecting System Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Operation Vehicle Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which There are parts of the airbag system in several places helps the passenger sensing system maintain the around the vehicle.
Page 106 Adding Equipment to Your pad or device, installed under or on top of the seat fabric, could also interfere with the operation of Airbag-Equipped Vehicle the passenger sensing system. This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing system Is there anything I might add to or change from properly turning off the passenger airbag(s).
Page 107: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag Checking the Restraint Systems readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 4-28 for more information. Safety Belts Notice: If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, Now and then, check that the safety belt reminder light, or broken, the airbag may not work properly.
Page 108: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts If the vehicle has been in a crash, do you need new safety belts or LATCH system (if equipped) parts? After a Crash After a very minor crash, nothing may be necessary. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged.
Page 109: Table Of Contents
Section 3 Features and Controls Starting the Engine ........3-20 Keys ...............3-2 Engine Coolant Heater ........3-22 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ....3-3 Automatic Transmission Operation Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System (Six Speed Transmission) ......3-23 Operation ...........3-3 Parking Brake ..........3-26 Remote Vehicle Start ........3-5 Shifting Into Park ..........3-27 Doors and Locks ..........3-8 Shifting Out of Park ........3-28...
Page 110: Keys
Keys WARNING: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
Page 111: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System System Operation See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8-17 for The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions information regarding Part 15 of the Federal work up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the vehicle. Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and Keep in mind that other conditions, such as those RSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada.
Page 112: Programming Transmitters To The Vehicle
(Lock): Press to lock all the doors. The interior (Remote Trunk Release): Press and hold for lamps turn off after all of the doors are closed. If enabled about one second to unlock the trunk. The trunk can be through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the opened with the transmitter when the vehicle speed remote lock feedback can be programmed to have the is less than 3 km/h (2 mph) or when the ignition is off.
Page 113: Remote Vehicle Start
Battery Replacement 3. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery. Replace the battery if the KEY FOB BATT (Battery) 4. Snap the transmitter back together. LOW message displays in the DIC. See “KEY FOB BATT (Battery) LOW”...
Page 114 There are other conditions which can affect the After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insert performance of the transmitter, see Remote Keyless and turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle. Entry (RKE) System on page 3-3 for additional The engine will shut off automatically after 10 minutes, information.
Page 115 • The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if any The engine coolant temperature is too high. of the follow occur: • The oil pressure is low. • The remote start system is disabled through • Two remote vehicle starts, or one start with a time the DIC.
Page 116: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle. To lock or unlock the door from the outside, use the key in the driver or front passenger door or press Door Locks the lock or unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if the vehicle has one.
Page 117: Delayed Locking
Delayed Locking If the power door unlock switch or the transmitter unlock button is pressed, the doors unlock immediately and do not lock automatically after the doors are closed. This feature allows the driver to delay the locking of the vehicle.
Page 118: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks To open a rear door when the security lock is on, do the following: Rear door security locks prevent passengers from 1. Unlock the door using the Remote Keyless Entry opening the rear doors from the inside. (RKE) transmitter, if the vehicle has one, the power door lock switch, or by lifting the rear door The rear door security locks are located on the inside...
Page 119: Trunk
Trunk WARNING: (Continued) To open the trunk from the outside, press the trunk release button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate, or transmitter. trunk/hatch open: • Close all of the windows. WARNING: •...
Page 120 Remote Trunk Release Emergency Trunk Release Handle Press the button located on the driver’s door near the map pocket to open the trunk. The trunk can only be opened while the vehicle is in P (Park). To close the trunk use the pullstrap located on the Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release trunk lid.
Page 121: Windows
Windows WARNING: 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 122: Power Windows
Power Windows Express-Up Window On windows with this feature, pull the switch up to the The power window second position and release the switch to activate switches are located on the express-up feature. To stop the window as it is going the armrest on the driver’s up, pull up or press down brieﬂy on the switch again.
Page 123: Sun Visors
Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature Window Lockout If any object is in the path of the window when The driver power window controls also include a the express-up is active, the window stops at the lockout button. obstruction and auto-reverse to a preset factory position. (Window Lockout): Press the lockout button to Weather conditions such as severe icing may also cause the window to auto-reverse.
Page 124: Content Theft-Deterrent
Content Theft-Deterrent If the system is armed and the key is used to unlock the vehicle, the alarm will be activated. If you do not want to arm the content theft system, lock Your vehicle may have a the vehicle with the manual lock knob on the doors content theft-deterrent or with the inside power door lock switches.
Page 125: Pass-Key Iii+ Electronic Immobilizer
® How to Turn Off the System Alarm PASS-Key III+ Electronic Immobilizer Operation To turn off the system alarm: • Press the lock button on the RKE transmitter. The ® Your vehicle has PASS-Key III+ (Personalized system will then re-arm itself. Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system.
Page 126 If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to 3. After the engine has started, turn the key to be not damaged, try another ignition key. At this LOCK/OFF, and remove the key. time, you may also want to check the fuse. See Fuses 4.
Page 127: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Ignition Positions Vehicle The ignition switch has four different positions. New Vehicle Break-In Notice: The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: •...
Page 128: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) The shift lever must be in P (Park) to turn the ignition switch to LOCK/OFF. These vehicle accessories can be used for up to The steering can bind with the wheels turned off center. 10 minutes after the engine is turned off: If this happens, move the steering wheel from right to •...
Page 129: Starting Procedure
Starting Procedure 2. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the −18°C), it could be ﬂooded with too much gasoline. ignition to START. When the engine starts, let go Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to of the key.
Page 130: Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater WARNING: The engine coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up in cold weather conditions at or below 0°F (−18°C). Vehicles Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could with an engine coolant heater should be plugged cause an electrical shock.
Page 131: Automatic Transmission Operation (Six Speed Transmission)
Automatic Transmission Operation WARNING: (Six Speed Transmission) The automatic It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift transmission has a shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake lever located on the ﬁrmly set.
Page 132: Driver Shift Control (Dsc)
R (Reverse): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the engine running at high speed may damage Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is the transmission. The repairs would not be covered moving forward could damage the transmission.
Page 133 The Driver Information Center (DIC) in the instrument cluster will change from the currently displayed message to the letter “M”, For Manual position, and a number indicating the requested gear range when moving the shift lever forward or rearward. While using the DSC feature the transmission will have ﬁrmer shifting and sportier performance.
Page 134: Parking Brake
Second or Third Gear Start Feature Parking Brake When accelerating the vehicle from a stop in snowy and To set the parking brake, icy conditions, you may want to shift the gear select push down the parking tap switch into Second or Third gear. A higher brake pedal.
Page 135: Shifting Into Park
Shifting Into Park The PUSH PARK PEDAL message will also appear in the Driver Information Center (DIC) to remind you to release the parking brake. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4-42. WARNING: Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the wear or damage to brake system parts.
Page 136: Shifting Out Of Park
Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Torque Lock Running Torque lock is when the weight of the vehicle puts too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. This happens when parking on a hill and shifting WARNING: the transmission into P (Park) is not done properly and then it is difficult to shift out of P (Park).
Page 137: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. See Jump Starting on page 6-36 for more information. To shift out of P (Park): WARNING: 1.
Page 138: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust WARNING: (Continued) WARNING: If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle: • Drive it only with the windows Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) completely down. which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to CO •...
Page 139: Running The Vehicle While Parked
Running the Vehicle While Parked WARNING: It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in WARNING: P (Park) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 140: Mirrors
Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The vehicle may have an automatic dimming inside Manual Rearview Mirror ® rearview mirror with a compass display and OnStar ® Vehicles with OnStar have three additional control Hold the inside rearview mirror in the center to move it buttons located at the bottom of the mirror.
Page 141: Compass
Compass To adjust for compass variance: 1. Find your current location and variance zone Compass Operation number on the following zone map. There is a compass display in the upper right corner of the mirror. Press to turn the compass display on or off. When the ignition and the compass feature are on, the compass displays the current compass direction, after a few seconds.
Page 142: Universal Home Remote System
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror to the compass display, and the new zone number is set. If C appears in the compass window, the compass may need calibration. See “Compass If the vehicle has this feature, the driver side mirror Calibration” listed previously. adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind you.
Page 143: Universal Home Remote System
Universal Home Remote System Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter for use in other vehicles, as well as, for future Operation (With Three Round LED) programming. Only the original remote control transmitter is needed for Fixed Code programming. The programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends.
Page 144 To program up to three devices: 2. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” or “Smart” button. It can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit and may be a colored button. Press this button.
Page 145 Programming Universal Home To program up to three devices: Remote — Fixed Code For questions or help programming the Universal Home Remote System, call 1-866-572-2728 or go to learcar2u.com. Most garage door openers sold before 1996 are Fixed Code units. Programming a garage door opener involves time-sensitive actions, so read the entire procedure before starting.
Page 146 The garage door opener receiver (motor head unit) could also have a row of dip switches that can be used when programming the Universal Home Remote. If the total number of switches on the motor head and hand held transmitter are different, or if the dip switch settings are different, use the dip switch settings on the motor head unit to program the Universal Home Remote.
Page 147 2. Write down the eight to 12 switch settings from left to right as follows: • When a switch is in the up position, write “Left.” • When a switch is in the down position, write “Right.” • If a switch is set between the up and down position, write “Middle.”...
Page 148: Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons
Reprogramming Universal Home 5. After entering all of the switch positions, again, ﬁrmly press and release all three buttons at the Remote Buttons same time. The indicator lights will turn on. Any of the three buttons can be reprogrammed by 6.
Page 149: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Glove Box Lift up on the glove box lever to open it. Cupholders Pull down the door on the back of the center console to use the rear seat cupholders. Center Console Storage There is a center console with two storage areas. Lift the passenger side lever to access the upper storage tray.
Page 150: Convenience Net
Convenience Net Press the back of the switch and release it to open the sunroof to the vent position. From the vent position, press and release the back of the switch to Use the convenience net, located in the rear, to store express-open the sunroof.
Page 151 Sunshade The sunshade can be independently opened or closed while the panoramic sunroof is closed. To express-open or express-close the sunshade, press and release The automatic sunshade the control rearward or forward. The sunshade control is located on the will retract to the full-open or closed position. To stop headliner, between the movement of the sunshade, press the control the map lamp controls.
Page 152 ✍ NOTES 3-44...
Page 153: Instrument Panel
Section 4 Instrument Panel Electric Power Management ......4-14 Instrument Panel Overview .......4-3 Battery Run-Down Protection ......4-14 Hazard Warning Flashers ........4-3 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ......4-15 Horn .............4-3 Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel ....4-3 Climate Controls ..........4-16 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......4-4 Climate Control System .........4-16 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......4-4 Automatic Climate Control System ....4-19 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ....4-5...
Page 154 Section 4 Instrument Panel Tire Pressure Light ........4-34 Audio System(s) ..........4-50 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ......4-34 Setting the Clock ..........4-51 Oil Pressure Light .........4-37 Radio(s) ............4-52 Security Light ..........4-37 Using an MP3 ..........4-61 Cruise Control Light ........4-38 XM Radio Messages ........4-67 ®...
Page 155: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview Hazard Warning Flashers (Hazard Warning Flasher): Press this button located on the instrument panel, to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. Press again to turn the ﬂashers off. Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn.
Page 156: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane-Change Signals An arrow on the instrument panel cluster ﬂashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to ﬂash to signal a lane change.
Page 157: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Windshield Wipers To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam, push the turn signal/multifunction lever away from you. This instrument panel cluster light comes on if the high beam lamps are turned on while the ignition is in ON/RUN.
Page 158: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer (Delay): Move the lever to the & position, then turn the band up for more frequent wipes or Press the button at the end of the windshield wiper down for less frequent wipes. lever until the washers begin. (Low Speed): Slow wipes.
Page 159: Cruise Control
Cruise Control Setting Cruise Control Cruise control lets a speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more be maintained without keeping your foot on WARNING: the accelerator. Cruise control does not work at speeds below 40 km/h (25 mph). If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go WARNING:...
Page 160: Resuming A Set Speed
Resuming a Set Speed RES+ (Resume): Press to resume a set speed and to accelerate the speed. If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied, the cruise control is disengaged. SET− (Set): Press to set a speed and to decrease the But it does not need to be reset.
Page 161 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Ending Cruise Control Control There are two ways to disengage the cruise control: If the cruise control system is already engaged: • Step lightly on the brake pedal; when cruise control • disengages, the cruise symbol in the instrument Press and hold the SET−...
Page 162: Headlamps
Headlamps (Off/On): Turn the band to this position to turn on the Automatic Headlamp System. In Canada, this position only works when a vehicle is in the P (Park) position. To turn on the Automatic Headlamp System, turn the switch to off/on. To turn them off, turn the switch to off/on again.
Page 163: Delayed Headlamps
Delayed Headlamps • The light sensor detects daytime light. • The parking brake is released or the vehicle is not The delayed headlamps feature keeps the headlamps in P (Park). on for 20 seconds after the key is turned to LOCK/OFF, then the headlamps automatically turn off.
Page 164: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps The DRL and automatic headlamp systems will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than this delay. For vehicles with fog lamps, the button for this feature is located on the instrument panel, to the left of the If vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic steering wheel.
Page 165: Instrument Panel Brightness
Instrument Panel Brightness Entry/Exit Lighting The lamps inside the vehicle come on when any door is The knob with this symbol opened. These lamps fade out about 20 seconds is located on the after all of the doors have been closed or when the instrument panel to the left ignition is turned to ON/RUN.
Page 166: Electric Power Management
Electric Power Management engine idle speed to generate more power, whenever needed. It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some accessories. The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM) that estimates the battery’s temperature and state of Normally, these actions occur in steps or levels, without charge.
Page 167: Accessory Power Outlet(S)
• Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible Press the power door lock switch. with the accessory power outlet and could result • Press the remote trunk release. in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a • problem, see your retailer for additional information Turn the lamp that was left on to off and then on the accessory power outlet.
Page 168: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Operation Temperature Control: Turn clockwise or Climate Control System counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle. The heating, cooling and ventilation for the vehicle can When it is cold outside 0°F (−18°C) or lower, use the be controlled with this system.
Page 169: Maximum Air Conditioning
To help clear the windshield quickly, do the following: (Defog): This mode clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield and ﬂoor 1. Select outlets, with some air directed to the side windows. 2. Select the highest temperature. When this mode is selected, the system automatically turns off recirculation and runs the air-conditioning 3.
Page 170: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger Using these settings together for long periods of time can cause the air inside of the vehicle to become too dry. To The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to prevent this from happening, after the air in the vehicle remove fog or frost from the rear window.
Page 171: Automatic Climate Control System
Remote Start Climate Control Operation Automatic Climate Control System For vehicles with the remote start feature, when it For vehicles with this system, the heating, cooling, is activated the climate control system heats or cools and ventilation can be automatically controlled. the inside of the vehicle using the modes that were set before the vehicle was turned off.
Page 172: Manual Operation
Automatic Operation Do not to cover the sensor located on the top of the instrument panel near the windshield. This sensor AUTO (Automatic): Select AUTO on both the fan regulates air temperature based on the intensity speed control and the air delivery mode control knobs to of the sun.
Page 173 Select from the following: On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for (Vent): Air is directed to the instrument panel the vehicle to cool down. Then keep the windows closed outlets.
Page 174 Rear Window Defogger (Recirculation): Press to turn the recirculation mode on. An indicator light above the button comes on The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to to show it is on. This mode recirculates and helps to remove fog from the rear window. quickly cool the air inside the vehicle.
Page 175: Outlet Adjustment
Remote Start Climate Control Operation Outlet Adjustment For vehicles with remote start, when it is activated the There are four main air outlets on the instrument panel. climate control system heats and cools the inside of Move the lever located in the center of each outlet the vehicle using the previous system settings before the side-to-side or up and down, to change the direction and vehicle was turned off.
Page 176: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators
Operation Tips Warning Lights, Gages, and • Indicators Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that can Warning lights and gages can signal that something is block the ﬂow of air into the vehicle. wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause •...
Page 177: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster United States version shown, Canada Similar 4-25...
Page 178: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Tachometer The speedometer shows the speed in miles per hour The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). See DIC Vehicle per minute (rpm). Personalization on page 4-46 for more information. Safety Belt Reminders The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or...
Page 179 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light If the passenger safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on. Several seconds after the engine is started, a chime The front passenger safety belt warning light and chime sounds for several seconds to remind the front may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a passenger to buckle their safety belt.
Page 180: Airbag Readiness Light
Airbag Readiness Light WARNING: The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for possible malfunctions. If the light stays on it indicates there is an electrical problem. The system check If the airbag readiness light stays on after the includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and means the airbag system might not be working...
Page 181: Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See airbag are enabled (may inﬂate).
Page 182: Charging System Light
Charging System Light Brake System Warning Light The vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two This light comes on brieﬂy parts. If one part is not working, the other part can when the ignition key is still work and stop the vehicle. For good braking both turned to START, but parts need to be working.
Page 183: Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light
Antilock Brake System (ABS) WARNING: (Continued) Warning Light crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has This light comes on brieﬂy been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, while the starting the have the vehicle towed for service. engine.
Page 184: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)/Traction Control System (Tcs) Indicator/Warning Light
For vehicles with a Driver Information Center (DIC), see If this light is on and not ﬂashing, the TCS and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4-42 for all potentially the ESC system have been disabled. Check brake related DIC messages. the DIC messaging to determine which feature(s) is no longer functioning and whether it is because of the Electronic Stability Control...
Page 185: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Engine Coolant Temperature Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Warning Light This light comes on brieﬂy while starting the vehicle. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by the United States Canada dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light goes off. This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.
Page 186: Tire Pressure Light
Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then is On Steady This indicates that there may be a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System. The light ﬂashes for about a minute and stays on steady for the remainder of the ignition cycle.
Page 187 If the check engine light comes on and stays on, while This light comes on during a malfunction in one of the engine is running, this indicates that there is an two ways: OBD II problem and service is required. Light Flashing: A misﬁre condition has been detected.
Page 188: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
Light On Steady: An emission control system If none of the above have made the light turn off, your malfunction has been detected on the vehicle. Diagnosis dealer/retailer can check the vehicle. The dealer/retailer and service might be required. has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to ﬁx any mechanical or electrical problems that might have An emission system malfunction might be corrected by developed.
Page 189: Maintenance Schedule
This can take several days of routine driving. If this Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can has been done and the vehicle still does not damage the engine. The repairs would not be pass the inspection for lack of OBD II system covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 190: Cruise Control Light
Cruise Control Light Fuel Gage The cruise control light comes on whenever the cruise control is set. United States Canada The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off. When the ignition is on, the fuel gage shows how much See Cruise Control on page 4-7 for more information.
Page 191: Driver Information Center (Dic)
Here are four things that some owners ask about. The DIC buttons are These are normal and do not indicate a problem with located on the left side of the fuel gage: the steering wheel. • At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full.
Page 192: Dic Operation And Displays
DIC Operation and Displays Trip Odometer Press the information button until the outside air The DIC comes on when the ignition is on. The DIC has temperature along with A or B displays. These modes different modes which can be accessed by pressing show the current distance traveled since the last reset for the DIC buttons.
Page 193: Maintenance Schedule
MPG (L/100 KM) AVG (Average) OIL LIFE Press the information button until MPG (L/100 KM) AVG Press the information button until OIL LIFE displays. displays. This mode shows how many liters per The engine oil life system shows an estimate of the oil’s 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg) remaining useful life.
Page 194: Brake Fluid
DIC Warnings and Messages See Brake System Warning Light on page 4-30 for more information. Have the brake system serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. These messages appear if there is a problem detected in one of your vehicle’s systems. CHANGE OIL SOON A message clears when the vehicle’s condition is no This message displays when the life of the engine oil...
Page 195: Ice Possible
ENGINE DISABLED directional control of the vehicle. This is normal when the system is operating. See Electronic Stability Control This message displays if the starting of the engine is (ESC) on page 5-5 and Electronic Stability Control disabled. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/ (ESC)/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator/Warning retailer immediately.
Page 196: Power Steering
LOW FUEL PUSH PARK PEDAL This message displays when your vehicle is low on fuel. This message displays if the parking brake is left Reﬁll the fuel tank as soon as possible. See Fuel engaged. See Parking Brake on page 3-26 for more Gage on page 4-38, Fuel on page 6-5, and Filling the information.
Page 197: Traction Off
TIRE LOW ADD AIR on again while you are driving, your vehicle needs service. Have the ESC inspected by your dealer/retailer On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System as soon as possible. (TPMS), this message displays when the pressure in SERVICE TRACTION one or more of the vehicle’s tires is low on air.
Page 198: Dic Vehicle Personalization
DIC Vehicle Personalization If you do not make a selection within ten seconds, the display will go back to the previous information displayed. Your vehicle has personalization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to a preferred setting. Personalization Menu Modes All of the features listed may not be available on OIL LIFE RESET your vehicle.
Page 199: Remote Start
REMOTE START ON: The horn will chirp on the ﬁrst press of the lock button on the RKE transmitter. If your vehicle has remote start, this feature allows See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on remote start to be turned off or on. Remote start allows page 3-3 for more information.
Page 200: Delay Lock
LIGHT FLASH DELAY LOCK This feature, which allows the vehicle’s exterior This feature, which delays the actual locking of the hazard/turn signal lighting to ﬂash every time the lock, vehicle, can be enabled or disabled. When DELAY unlock, or trunk release buttons on the Remote Keyless LOCK appears on the display, press and hold the reset Entry (RKE) transmitter are pressed, can be enabled button for at least one second to scroll through the...
Page 201 AUTO UNLK (Unlock) SHIFT TO P (Park) (default): The door(s) will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). This feature, which allows the vehicle to automatically See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 3-9 unlock certain doors, can be enabled or disabled. When for more information.
Page 202: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) To select a setting and move on to the next feature, press the information button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to become familiar with its features. LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which WARNING:...
Page 203: Setting The Clock
Setting the Clock Notice: Contact your dealer/retailer before adding any equipment. To set the time and date: Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the vehicle’s engine, 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or radio, or other systems, and could damage them. ON/RUN.
Page 204: Radio(S)
Radio(s) To change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour or to change the date default setting from month/day/year to day/month/year: 1. Press and then the softkey located below the forward arrow label. Once the time 12H and 24H, and the date MM/DD/YYYY (month, day, and year) and DD/MM/YYYY (day, month, and year) displays.
Page 205: Playing The Radio
Radio Data System (RDS) 4. Press the softkey under the desired Speed Compensated Volume setting (OFF, Low, Med, or The radio may have RDS. The RDS feature is available High) to select the level of radio volume for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS compensation.
Page 206: Storing A Radio Station
Storing a Radio Station ¨ SEEK: Press to seek or scan stations with a strong signal in the selected band. Drivers are encouraged to set up radio station favorites • ¨ To seek stations, press and release SEEK to go while the vehicle is in P (Park).
Page 207 Setting the Tone To setup the number of favorites pages: (Bass/Midrange/Treble) 1. Press MENU to display the radio setup menu. 2. Press the softkey located below the FAV 1-6 tab. BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or Treble): The 3. Select the desired number of favorites pages radio may display some or all tones such as BASS, MID, by pressing the softkey located below the displayed and TREB.
Page 208: Adjusting The Speakers (Balance/Fade)
Finding a Category (CAT) Station EQ (Equalization): Press this button to select preset equalization settings. (XM Satellite Radio Service Only) To return to the manual mode, press EQ until Manual CAT (Category): The radio may have the CAT button displays or start to manually adjust the bass, midrange, feature.
Page 209: Loading A Cd
XM Satellite Radio Service Undesired XM categories can be removed through the setup menu. To remove an undesired category: XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 1. Press MENU to display the radio setup menu. 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian 2.
Page 210: Ejecting A Cd
Ejecting a CD FWD (Fast Forward): Press and hold to advance playback quickly within a track. Sound is heard at a EJECT: Press to eject the CD. If the CD is not reduced volume and the elapsed time of the track displays.
Page 211: Cd Messages
CD Messages Care of CDs Store CD(s) in their original cases or other protective CHECK DISC: If an error message displays and/or the cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. The CD CD comes out, it could be for one of the following player scans the bottom of the disc.
Page 212: Using The Auxiliary Input Jack
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to play a CD while a portable audio device is playing. Press again and The radio system may have an auxiliary input jack the system begins playing audio from the connected located on the lower right side of the faceplate. This is portable audio player.
Page 213: Using An Mp3
® CD-R or CD-RW Supported File and Folder Make sure the iPod has the latest ﬁrmware from Apple for proper operation. iPod ﬁrmware can be updated Structure ® using the latest iTunes application. See The radio supports: apple.com/itunes. • Up to 50 folders. For help with identifying your iPod, go to apple.com/support.
Page 214 Root Directory File System and Naming The root directory is treated as a folder. Files are stored The song name that displays is the song name that is in the root directory when the disc or storage device contained in the ID3 tag. If the song name is not present does not contain folders.
Page 215: Playing A Cd-R Or Cd-Rw Mp
Playing a CD-R or CD-RW MP3 (Next Folder): Press the softkey below go to the ﬁrst track in the next folder. (Tune): Turn to select MP3 ﬁles on the CD currently RDM (Random): MP3 ﬁles can be listened to on a CD playing.
Page 216: Connecting A Usb Storage Device ® Or Ipod
To change from playback by artist to playback by may appear on the iPod and iPod appears on the album: radio’s display. The iPod music appears on the radio’s display and begins playing. 1. Press the softkey located below the Sort By tab. The iPod charges while it is connected to the vehicle if 2.
Page 217: Using Softkeys To Control A Usb Storage Device Or Ipod
¨ SEEK: Press to go to the next track. Press and (Pause): Press the softkey below to pause the hold or press multiple times to continue moving forward track. The tab appears raised when pause is being used. through tracks. Press the softkey below again to resume playback.
Page 218 To skip through large lists, the ﬁve softkeys can be To select ﬁles: used to navigate in the following order: 1. Press the softkey below • First softkey, ﬁrst item in the list. 2. Turn to scroll through the list of menus. •...
Page 219: Xm Radio Messages
Repeat Functionality < > (Shuffle Album): Press the softkey below shuffle all songs in the current album on an iPod. To use Repeat: > " (Shuffle Folder): Press the softkey below Press the softkey below to select between shuffle all songs in the current folder on a USB Repeat All and Repeat Track.
Page 220: Bluetooth
Channel Unavail: This previously assigned channel is Unknown: If this message is received when tuned to no longer assigned. Tune to another station. If this channel 0, there could be a receiver fault. Consult station was one of the presets, choose another station with your dealer/retailer.
Page 221: Voice Recognition
Voice Recognition Bluetooth Controls The Bluetooth system uses voice recognition to Use the buttons located on the steering wheel to interpret voice commands to dial phone numbers and operate the in-vehicle Bluetooth system. See Audio name tags. Steering Wheel Controls on page 4-82 for more information.
Page 222: Pairing A Phone
Pairing Information: 4. Start the Pairing process on the cell phone that will be paired to the vehicle. Reference the cell phone • Up to ﬁve cell phones can be paired to the in-vehicle manufacturers user guide for information on Bluetooth system.
Page 223: Storing Name Tags
Deleting a Paired Phone Storing Name Tags 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system The system can store up to thirty phone numbers as responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. name tags that are shared between the Bluetooth and OnStar systems.
Page 224 Using the Digit Store Command 3. Say the complete phone number to be stored at once with no pauses. The digit store command allows a phone number to be • If the system recognizes the number it responds stored by entering the digits individually. with “OK, Storing”...
Page 225: Deleting Name Tags
Using the Delete Command 5. Say a name tag for the phone number. The name tag is recorded and the system responds with The delete command allows speciﬁc name tags to be “About to store <name tag>. Does that sound OK?”. deleted.
Page 226: Making A Call
Using the Delete All Name Tags Command Using the Dial Command The delete all name tags command deletes all stored 1. Press and hold for two seconds. The system phone book name tags and route name tags for OnStar, responds with “Ready” followed by a tone. if present.
Page 227: Using The Call Command
4. Continue entering digits until the number to be The system responds with “OK, calling, <name dialed is complete. After the whole number has tag>” and dials the number. If the name tag is not been entered, say “Dial”. The system responds with correct, say “No”.
Page 228: Call Waiting
Call Waiting Ending a Call Call waiting must be supported on the Bluetooth phone Press to end a call. and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. Muting a Call • Press to answer an incoming call when another call is active. The original call is placed During a call, all sounds from inside the vehicle can be on hold.
Page 229: Bluetooth System
To Transfer Audio to the Cell Phone Voice Pass-Thru During a call with the audio in the vehicle: Voice Pass-Thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone. See the cell phone 1. Press . The system responds with “Ready” manufacturers user guide to see if the cell phone followed by a tone.
Page 230: Other Information
Sending a Number During a Call 3. Say the name tag to send. • If the system clearly recognizes the name tag it 1. Press . The system responds with “Ready” responds with “OK, Sending <name tag>” and followed by a tone. the dial tones are sent and the call continues.
Page 231: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) The area above the top row of buttons on the RSA faceplate is not a display. Infrared transmitters are located in this area for the wireless headphones. Your vehicle may have rear seat audio (RSA). This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources: radio, CDs, or other auxiliary sources.
Page 232: Rear Seat Audio Controls
Headphones 1–6 (Preset): Press this button to go to the next preset radio station. This function is inactive if the front seat The RSA includes two wireless headphones that are passengers are listening to the radio. dedicated to this system. These headphones are used to While a CD is playing in the six-disc CD changer, press listen to media such as CDs or radio.
Page 233: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Battery Replacement For optimal audio performance, the headphones must be worn correctly. Headphones should be worn with the To change the batteries on the headphones, do the headband over the top of the head for best audio following: reception. The symbol L (Left) appears on the upper left side, above the ear pad and should be positioned on 1.
Page 234: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Audio Steering Wheel Controls To select tracks on a CD: Press and release to go to the next or previous Vehicles with audio track. steering wheel controls To select tracks on an iPod or USB device: could differ depending on the vehicle’s options.
Page 235: Radio Reception
like storms and power lines interfere with radio (End): Press to reject an incoming call, or end a reception. When this happens, try reducing the treble on current call. the radio. (Mute / Voice Recognition): Press to silence FM Stereo the vehicle speakers only.
Page 236: Backglass Antenna
Backglass Antenna XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System The AM-FM antenna is integrated with the rear window defogger, located in the rear window. Make sure that The XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched the vehicle.
Page 237: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 5 Driving Your Vehicle Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ....5-13 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ....5-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......5-14 Defensive Driving ...........5-2 Highway Hypnosis ........5-14 Drunk Driving ..........5-2 Hill and Mountain Roads ........5-15 Control of a Vehicle ........5-3 Winter Driving ..........5-16 Braking ............5-3...
Page 238: Your Driving, The Road, And The Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Drunk Driving the Vehicle WARNING: Defensive Driving Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your Defensive driving means “always expect the reﬂexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment unexpected.” The ﬁrst step in driving defensively is to can be affected by even a small amount of wear your safety belt —...
Page 239: Control Of A Vehicle
Braking For persons under 21, it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological, and developmental reasons for See Brake System Warning Light on page 4-30. these laws. Braking action involves perception time and reaction The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway time.
Page 240: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
traffic and allowing realistic following distances If there is a problem with eliminates a lot of unnecessary braking. That means ABS, this warning light better braking and longer brake life. stays on. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven, Warning Light on brake normally but do not pump the brakes.
Page 241: Brake Assist
Using ABS Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal The vehicle has an Electronic Stability Control (ESC) down ﬁrmly and let antilock work. The antilock pump or system which combines antilock brake, traction motor might be heard operating and the brake pedal and stability control systems and helps the driver might be felt to pulsate, but this is normal.
Page 242 The system may be heard or felt while it is working; this The traction control system can be turned off or back on is normal. by pressing the ESC/TCS button. To disable both traction control and ESC, press and hold the button When the light is on solid and either the SERVICE ESC brieﬂy.
Page 243: Traction Control System (Tcs)
Traction Control System (TCS) When this light is on solid and either the SERVICE TRACTION or TRACTION The vehicle has a Traction Control System (TCS) that OFF message is limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery displayed, the system will road conditions.
Page 244 To turn the system off or differential could be damaged. The repairs would on, press and release this not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Reduce button located on the engine power and do not spin the wheel(s) center console. excessively while these lights and this message are displayed.
Page 245: Steering
Steering Hydraulic Power Steering If the vehicle has the hydraulic power steering system Electric Power Steering and power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or the power steering system is not functioning, If the vehicle has the electric power steering system and the vehicle can be steered but it will take more effort.
Page 246: Steering In Emergencies
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 247: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery Passing The vehicle’s right wheels can drop off the edge of a Passing another vehicle on a two-lane road can be road onto the shoulder while driving. dangerous. To reduce the risk of danger while passing: • Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass.
Page 248: Driving At Night
Skidding While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by shifting Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable to a lower gear.
Page 249: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
• Watch for animals. WARNING: • When tired, pull off the road. • Do not wear sunglasses. Wet brakes can cause crashes. They might not • Avoid staring directly into approaching headlamps. work as well in a quick stop and could cause •...
Page 250: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Hydroplaning Before Leaving on a Long Trip Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having your vehicle’s tires so they actually ride on the it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing. water.
Page 251: Hill And Mountain Roads
• Keep your eyes moving — scan the road ahead and to the sides. WARNING: • Check the rearview mirror and vehicle instruments often. Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with the ignition off is dangerous. The brakes will have to do all the Hill and Mountain Roads work of slowing down and they could get so hot that they would not work well.
Page 252: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Allow greater following distance on any slippery road and watch for slippery spots. Icy patches can occur on otherwise clear roads in shaded areas. The surface Driving on Snow or Ice of a curve or an overpass can remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear.
Page 253 Run the engine for short periods only as needed to keep warm, but be careful. WARNING: (Continued) To save fuel, run the engine for only short periods as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: and close the window most of the way to save heat.
Page 254: If Your Vehicle Is Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice, Or Snow
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Mud, Ice, or Snow Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction or Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the stability system.
Page 255: Loading The Vehicle
Loading the Vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options.
Page 256: Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit
The Tire and Loading Information label also lists The resulting ﬁgure equals the available the tire size of the original equipment tires (C) and amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. the recommended cold tire inﬂation pressures (D). For example, if the “XXX” amount equals For more information on tires and inﬂation, see 1400 lbs and there will be ﬁve 150 lb Tires on page 6-44 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on...
Page 257 Example 1 Example 2 Item Description Total Item Description Total Maximum Vehicle Maximum Vehicle 453 kg 453 kg Capacity Weight for Capacity Weight for (1,000 lbs) (1,000 lbs) Example 1 = Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 136 kg (300 lbs) Weight 68 kg 340 kg (750 lbs)
Page 258: Certiﬁcation Label
positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle’s maximum vehicle capacity weight. Certiﬁcation Label Example 3 Item Description Total Maximum Vehicle 453 kg Capacity Weight for (1,000 lbs) Example 3 = Subtract Occupant 453 kg Weight 91 kg (1,000 lbs)
Page 259 Never exceed the GVWR for the vehicle or the If things like suitcases, tools, packages, or Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the anything else are put inside the vehicle, they will front or rear axle. 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.
Page 260: Towing
Towing Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing: • What’s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Towing Your Vehicle Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. To avoid damage, the disabled vehicle should be towed •...
Page 261: Dinghy Towing
Dinghy Towing 3. Set the parking brake. 4. To prevent the battery from draining while When dinghy towing, the vehicle should be run at the the vehicle is being towed, remove the beginning of each day and at each RV fuel stop following fuse from the instrument panel fuse for about ﬁve minutes.
Page 262: Dolly Towing
Dolly Towing Notice: Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it. Also, repairs would not be covered by the Tow the vehicle with the two rear wheels on the ground vehicle warranty. Never have the vehicle towed and the front wheels on a dolly: from the rear.
Page 263: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing. 5. Remove the key from the ignition. WARNING: 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. 7. Release the parking brake. The driver can lose control when pulling a trailer if the correct equipment is not used or the vehicle is not driven properly.
Page 264: Pulling A Trailer
• of the Trailer” that appears later in this section. Trailering Do not tow a trailer at all during the ﬁrst 1,000 miles is different than just driving the vehicle by itself. (1600 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, Trailering means changes in handling, acceleration, transmission or other parts could be damaged.
Page 265: Weight Of The Trailer
Weight of the Trailer vehicle. If there are a lot of options, equipment, passengers or cargo in the vehicle, it will reduce the How heavy can a trailer safely be? tongue weight the vehicle can carry, which will also reduce the trailer weight the vehicle can tow. If towing a It should never weigh more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg).
Page 266: Total Weight On The Vehicle's Tires
Total Weight on the Vehicle’s Tires Safety Chains Be sure the vehicle’s tires are inﬂated to the upper limit Always attach chains between the vehicle and the for cold tires. These numbers can be found on the trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the Certiﬁcation/Tire label.
Page 267: Driving With A Trailer
Driving with a Trailer Passing Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer. Get to know the rig before setting out for the open Because the rig is longer, it is necessary to go much road.
Page 268: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce the vehicle’s speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce The arrows on the instrument panel ﬂash whenever the possibility of the engine and the transmission signaling a turn or lane change.
Page 269: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then apply the parking brake and shift the transmission into P (Park). The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a 5. Release the brake pedal. trailer. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-3 for more information.
Page 270 ✍ NOTES 5-34...
Page 271: Service And Appearance Care
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Overheated Engine Protection Service ............6-3 Operating Mode ........6-30 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......6-3 Power Steering Fluid ........6-30 California Proposition 65 Warning .....6-4 Windshield Washer Fluid ........6-32 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ..6-4 Brakes ............6-33 Doing Your Own Service Work ......6-4 Battery ............6-35 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Jump Starting ..........6-36...
Page 272 Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......6-62 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .....6-92 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ....6-63 Finish Care ..........6-92 Wheel Replacement ........6-64 Windshield and Wiper Blades ......6-93 Tire Chains ..........6-65 Aluminum Wheels .........6-94 If a Tire Goes Flat ........6-66 Tires ............6-94 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ....6-67 Sheet Metal Damage ........6-94...
Page 273: Service
When non-dealer/non-retailer accessories are added to For service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer. the vehicle, they can affect vehicle performance and You will receive genuine Saturn parts and Saturn-trained safety, including such things as airbags, braking, and supported service people.
Page 274: California Proposition 65 Warning
California Proposition 65 Warning Doing Your Own Service Work Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to WARNING: cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many ﬂuids, and some component wear by-products You can be injured and the vehicle could be contain and/or emit these chemicals.
Page 275: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of The Vehicle
Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Record on page 7-13. Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle Things added to the outside of the vehicle can affect the airﬂow around it.
Page 276: Gasoline Octane
Gasoline Octane Gasoline Speciﬁcations If the vehicle has the 2.4L L4 engine (VIN Code 0), use At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating speciﬁcation D 4814 in the United States or of 87 or higher. If the octane rating is less than 87, CAN/CGSB-3.5 or 3.511 in Canada.
Page 277: Additives
Additives Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines might be available in your area. We recommend that you use these To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States gasolines, if they comply with the speciﬁcations are now required to contain additives that help prevent described earlier.
Page 278: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) At a minimum, E85 should meet ASTM Speciﬁcation D 5798. By deﬁnition, this means that fuel labeled E85 will have an ethanol content between The 8th digit of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) 70% and 85%. Filling the fuel tank with fuel mixtures shows the code letter or number that identiﬁes the that do not meet ASTM speciﬁcations can affect vehicle’s engine.
Page 279: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries E85 has less energy per gallon than gasoline, so you will need to reﬁll the fuel tank more often when using E85 than when you are using gasoline. See Filling If you plan on driving in another country outside the the Tank on page 6-10.
Page 280: Filling The Tank
Filling the Tank WARNING: 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 fuel pump island. Turn off the engine when refueling.
Page 281 To remove the tethered fuel cap, turn it slowly When replacing the fuel cap, turn it to the clockwise counterclockwise. If the vehicle has E85 fuel capability, until it clicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed. The the fuel cap will be yellow and state that E85 or diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has gasoline can be used.
Page 282: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood WARNING: WARNING: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the An electric fan under the hood can start up and container can ignite the fuel vapor. You can be injure you even when the engine is not running.
Page 283: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the hood release handle with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle to the left of the steering column. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and push the secondary hood release handle toward the driver side of the vehicle.
Page 284: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2.4L L4 engine, this is what you see: 6-14...
Page 285 A. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 6-21. F. Pressure Cap. See Cooling System on page 6-24. B. Engine Cooling Fan. See Cooling System on G. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See “Brake page 6-24. Fluid” under Brakes on page 6-33. C.
Page 286 When you open the hood on the 3.6L V6 engine, this is what you see: 6-16...
Page 287: Engine Oil
A. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 6-21. Engine Oil B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering Checking Engine Oil Fluid on page 6-30. C. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each under Engine Oil on page 6-17.
Page 288: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil Notice: Do not add too much oil. If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-14 for the location of the engine oil ﬁll cap.
Page 289: Cold Temperature Operation
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use • American Petroleum Institute (API) starburst symbol Oils meeting these Look for three things: requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certiﬁed by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
Page 290: Engine Oil Life System
Engine Oil Additives / Engine Oil When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it indicates that an oil change is necessary. Flushes A CHANGE OIL SOON message comes on. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4-42. Change Do not add anything to the oil.
Page 291: How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life What to Do with Used Oil System Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long.
Page 292: How To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter, remove the ﬁlter from the vehicle and lightly shake the ﬁlter to release loose dust and dirt. If the ﬁlter remains caked with dirt, a new ﬁlter is required. To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter, do the following: 3.
Page 293: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid WARNING: It is not necessary to check the transmission ﬂuid level. A transmission ﬂuid leak is the only reason for ﬂuid loss. If a leak occurs, take your vehicle to the Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off dealer/retailer and have it repaired as soon as possible.
Page 294: Cooling System
Cooling System WARNING: The Cooling System allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Page 295: Engine Coolant
® What to Use Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require changing sooner, at 50 000 km (30,000 miles) WARNING: or 24 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst. Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 296: How To Add Coolant To The Recovery Tank
• the coolant recovery tank, but be sure the cooling Protects against rust and corrosion. system is cool before this is done. See Engine Coolant • Will not damage aluminum parts. on page 6-25 for more information. • Helps keep the proper engine temperature. The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark on the coolant surge tank.
Page 297: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator If coolant is needed, add the proper mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done. WARNING: 1. Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can...
Page 298: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to the FULL COLD mark. Wait about ﬁve minutes, then check to see if the level is below the mark. The vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine If the level is below the FULL COLD mark, overheating.
Page 299: If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment
If Steam Is Coming From The Engine If No Steam Is Coming From The Compartment Engine Compartment If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too WARNING: serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle: •...
Page 300: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
If the temperature overheat gage is no longer in the Notice: After driving in the overheated engine overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer protection operating mode, to avoid engine damage, displays, the vehicle can be driven. Continue to drive allow the engine to cool before attempting any the vehicle slow for about 10 minutes.
Page 301: When To Check Power Steering Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid If the vehicle has the 3.6L V6 engine, the ﬂuid level should be between the MIN (Minimum) and MAX Power steering ﬂuid is used in all vehicles with (Maximum) marks when the engine is cold, and at the V6 engines.
Page 302: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow What to Use the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. When you need windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure to read • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer ﬂuid. the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will Water can cause the solution to freeze and be operating your vehicle in an area where the damage your washer ﬂuid tank and other parts...
Page 303: Brakes
Brakes Do not top off the brake ﬂuid. Adding ﬂuid does not correct a leak. If ﬂuid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much ﬂuid when new brake Brake Fluid linings are installed. Add or remove brake ﬂuid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake The brake master cylinder hydraulic system.
Page 304: Brake Wear
What to Add Brake Wear Use only new DOT 3 brake ﬂuid from a sealed container. This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads have See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7-10. built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning Always clean the brake ﬂuid reservoir cap and the sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads area around the cap before removing it.
Page 305: Battery
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help ones are installed — be sure to get new approved prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect replacement parts. If this is not done, the brakes might brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in not work properly.
Page 306: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage WARNING: WARNING: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that • They contain acid that can burn you. can explode. You can be badly hurt if you are not •...
Page 307 connection you do not want. You would not be able 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding positive (+) and negative (−) terminal locations on could damage the electrical systems. each vehicle.
Page 308 WARNING: WARNING: Using a match near a battery can cause battery Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts and some have been blinded. Use a ﬂashlight if once the engine is running.
Page 309 7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the negative (−) terminal of the good battery.
Page 310: Headlamp Aiming
Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may the following: occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 311: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 6-43. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer/retailer. Halogen Bulbs WARNING: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
Page 312 To replace a sidemarker lamp, turn signal lamp, or a 5. Remove the taillamp assembly. back-up lamp: 6. Remove the wiring harness from the taillamp 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 3-11. assembly by lifting the release tab. 2.
Page 313: License Plate Lamp
License Plate Lamp 4. Push the new bulb in and turn it clockwise to install. 5. Replace the license plate lamp by pushing it To replace the license plate lamp bulb: through the fascia opening. 6. Turn the two screws that hold the license plate lamp clockwise to reinstall.
Page 314: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Tires Replacement Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever Inspect the windshield wiper blades for wear or cracking. have questions about your tire warranty and where See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-3. to obtain service, see your vehicle Warranty booklet for details.
Page 315: Tire Sidewall Labeling
WARNING: (Continued) Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be checked when your vehicle’s tires are cold. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-51. • Overinﬂated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured, or broken by a sudden impact —...
Page 316 GM’s TPC speciﬁcations meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. (C) DOT (Department of Transportation) Department of Transportation (DOT) code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. (D) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN) The letters and numbers following DOT (Department of Transportation) code is the Tire Identiﬁcation...
Page 317 (B) Tire Ply Material The type of cord and (G) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. Speciﬁcation) Original equipment tires designed to GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have (C) Tire Identiﬁcation Number (TIN) The letters a TPC speciﬁcation code molded onto the sidewall.
Page 318: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions (C) Aspect Ratio A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60, as Air Pressure The amount of air inside the shown in item C of the illustration, it would mean tire pressing outward on each square inch of the that the tire’s sidewall is 60 percent as high as it tire.
Page 319 Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward to the centerline of the tread. when mounted on a vehicle. Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure Kilopascal (kPa)
Page 320 Occupant Distribution Designated seating Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to positions. a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate. Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that Traction The friction between the tire and the faces outward when mounted on a vehicle.
Page 321: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on an If your tires have too much air (over-inﬂation), individual tire due to curb weight, accessory you can get the following: weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. • Unusual wear • Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to Poor handling a vehicle showing the vehicle’s capacity weight...
Page 322: How To Check
When to Check Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt Check your tires once a month or more. Do not and moisture. forget to check the compact spare tire, it should be at 60 psi (420 kPa).
Page 323: Tire Pressure Monitor System
sidewall, in small letters, near the rim ﬂange. When you Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale end high-speed driving return the tires to the cold illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as inﬂation pressure shown on the Tire and Loading soon as possible, and inﬂate them to the proper Information label.
Page 324: Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System a variety of reasons, including the installation of (TPMS).
Page 325: Tpms Malfunction Light And Message
TPMS Malfunction Light and Message The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is ﬁrst started, and then The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the turn off as you start to drive. This could be an early TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable.
Page 326: Tpms Sensor Matching Process
• front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver side rear One or more TPMS sensors are missing or tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool. See your damaged. The DIC message and the TPMS dealer/retailer for service. malfunction light should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matching The TPMS sensors can also be matched to each process is performed successfully.
Page 327: Tire Inspection And Rotation
5. Remove the valve cap from the tire’s valve stem. If no tires are learned after entering the TPMS learn Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or mode, or if communication with the receiver decreasing the tire’s air pressure for about stops, or if the time limit has expired, turn the eight seconds.
Page 328 Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate the tires Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See Tire as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6-54. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly When It Is Time for New Tires on page 6-59 and tightened.
Page 329: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires You need new tires if any of the following statements are true: Various factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, • You can see the indicators at three or more places driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions around the tire.
Page 330: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires GM recommends replacing tires in sets of four. This is because uniform tread depth on all tires will help keep your vehicle performing most like it GM has developed and matched speciﬁc tires did when the tires were new. Replacing less than for your vehicle.
Page 331: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Non-TPC Spec rated tires may give a low-pressure warning that is higher or injury. Only use Saturn speciﬁc wheel and tire lower than the proper warning level you would systems developed for your vehicle, and have get with TPC Spec rated tires.
Page 332: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating Quality grades can be found where applicable on based on the wear rate of the tire when tested the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed maximum section width.
Page 333: Temperature – A, B, C
Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and C, representing the tire’s resistance to and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate longest tire life and best overall performance.
Page 334: Wheel Replacement
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems or wheel nuts, replace them only with new Saturn with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to...
Page 335: Tire Chains
If you have to damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle replace a wheel, use a new Saturn original parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could equipment wheel.
Page 336: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING: It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do slowly.
Page 337: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit WARNING: WARNING: Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or ventilation is dangerous.
Page 338: Tire Sealant
Tire Sealant Read and follow all of the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions. Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the The kit includes: label adhered to the compressor. Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister.
Page 339: Punctured Tire
Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Always do a safety check ﬁrst. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 6-66. Do not remove any objects that have Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inﬂate a penetrated the tire. Punctured Tire 1.
Page 340 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while Notice: If the recommended pressure cannot be using the air compressor. reached after approximately 25 minutes, the vehicle should not be driven farther. The tire is too 8. Turn the selector switch (B) clockwise to the severely damaged and the tire sealant and Sealant + Air position.
Page 341 16. If the ﬂat tire was able If the tire pressure has fallen more than 10 psi to inﬂate to the (68 kPa) below the recommended inﬂation pressure, recommended inﬂation stop driving the vehicle. The tire is too severely pressure, remove damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire.
Page 342: Not Punctured
Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor 2. Unwrap the air only hose (E) and the power plug (G). Kit without Sealant to Inﬂate a Tire 3. Place the kit on the ground. (Not Punctured) Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to To use the air compressor to inﬂate a tire with air only the ground so the hose will reach it.
Page 343: Removal And Installation Of The Sealant Canister
Removal and Installation of the Sealant 10. Inﬂate the tire to the recommended inﬂation pressure using the pressure gage (D). The Canister recommended inﬂation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label. See To remove the sealant canister: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 6-51.
Page 344: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit Storage
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Changing a Flat Tire Storage If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard The tire sealant and compressor kit is located in the warning ﬂashers.
Page 345 WARNING: (Continued) To be even more certain the vehicle will not move, you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire, on the other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle.
Page 346: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5. Remove the extension bolt that is clipped to the jack. You need this later to store the ﬂat tire. The equipment you will need is located in the trunk. 6. Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the trunk. 1.
Page 347 1. Turn the plastic wing nut counterclockwise to 3. Extend the handle on the wheel wrench by pressing loosen the wheel wrench. the button and pulling on the end of the wrench. You must do this before using the wheel wrench. 2.
Page 348: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6-74. 2. If the vehicle has a wheel cover or hubcap that has plastic wheel nut caps, loosen the plastic nut caps. You might need to use the wheel wrench to loosen them.
Page 349 WARNING: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. WARNING: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even 5.
Page 350 8. Remove all of the wheel nuts. 9. Remove the ﬂat tire. 7. Raise the vehicle by turning the wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to ﬁt. 6-80...
Page 351 10. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, WARNING: mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 352 WARNING: Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle’s wheel could fall off, causing a crash. 12. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand or with the wrench until the wheel is held against the hub.
Page 353 14. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross WARNING: sequence, as shown, with the wheel wrench. Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque speciﬁcation after replacing.
Page 354: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Storing a Flat Tire and Tools WARNING: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone.
Page 355 5. Raise the jack to the height shown and lock the wrench onto the jack. 6. Place the jack over the bolt (A) on the ﬂoor, making sure it contacts the bolt. Thread the jack retainer nut until it contacts the jack. 7.
Page 356: Storing The Spare Tire And Tools
A. Cover B. Wing Nut C. Extension D. Flat Tire (valve stem up) E. Nut F. Jack G. Bolt The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. See Compact Spare Tire on page 6-88. Storing the Spare Tire and Tools WARNING: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the...
Page 357 To store the spare tire and jack in the compact spare 4. Raise the jack to the tire compartment: height shown and lock the wrench onto 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 3-11. the jack. 5. Place the jack in the spare tire well. Make sure the stow bolt goes through the hole in the center of the wrench on the jack, with the base of the jack towards the front of the vehicle.
Page 358: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Notice: When the compact spare is installed, do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails which can damage the tire, WARNING: wheel and other parts of the vehicle. Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles.
Page 359: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Notice: Using abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on the vehicle, could scratch the glass and/or cause damage to the rear window Interior Cleaning defogger. When cleaning the glass on the vehicle, use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner. The vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is Many cleaners contain solvents that may become cleaned often.
Page 360: Fabric/Carpet
• To clean: Laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers can leave residue that streaks and 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or attracts dirt. For liquid cleaners, about 20 drops club soda. per gallon (3.78 L) of water is a good guide. 2.
Page 361: Leather
Leather or wax-based products, or those containing organic solvents to clean the vehicle’s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a A soft cloth dampened with water can be used to non-uniform manner. remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can Some commercial products may increase gloss on the be used.
Page 362: Weatherstrips
Weatherstrips Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely. If they are allowed to dry on the surface, they could stain. Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply Dry the ﬁnish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton silicone grease with a clean cloth.
Page 363: Windshield And Wiper Blades
If the vehicle has a basecoat/clearcoat paint ﬁnish, the Use special care with aluminum trim. To avoid damaging clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored protective trim, never use auto or chrome polish, basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum.
Page 364: Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because the surface could be damaged. Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels. Notice: Chrome wheels and other chrome trim may be damaged if the vehicle is not washed after Notice: Driving the vehicle through an automatic driving on roads that have been sprayed with car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning...
Page 365: Finish Damage
Chemical Paint Spotting Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the vehicle Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a warranty. chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the vehicle. This damage can Finish Damage take two forms: blotchy, ring-shaped discolorations, and small, irregular dark spots etched into the...
Page 366: Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label
Engine Identiﬁcation Electrical System The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code identiﬁes the vehicle’s engine, speciﬁcations, Add-On Electrical Equipment and replacement parts. See “Engine Speciﬁcations” under Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 6-105 for Notice: Do not add anything electrical to the the vehicle’s engine code.
Page 367: Power Windows And Other Power Options
Power Windows and Other Power Instrument Panel Fuse Block Options Fuses in the fuse block protect the power windows. When the current load is too heavy, the fuse opens protecting the circuit until the problem is ﬁxed. Fuses The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible links.
Page 368 6-98...
Page 369 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage POWER Power Mirrors Not Used MIRRORS INSTALLED Electronic Power Steering POWER Power Windows WINDOWS Cruise Control Switch, Passenger RUN/CRANK Airbag Status Indicator HVAC Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning CTRL (IGN) Control (Ignition) HVAC Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning BLOWER HIGH Blower - High Speed Relay HVAC...
Page 370: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver side of the engine compartment, near the battery. Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical components on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component. 6-100...
Page 371 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Air Conditioner Clutch Body Control Module 1 Electronic Throttle Control Body Control Module Run/Crank Transmission Control Module Rear Electrical Center 1 Ignition 1 Rear Electrical Center 2 Mass Airﬂow Sensor (LY7) Antilock Brake System Emission Body Control Module 2 Left Headlamp Low-Beam Starter Horn...
Page 372: Rear Compartment Fuse Block
Rear Compartment Fuse Block Relays Usage Cooling Fan 1 Cooling Fan Series/Parallel Cooling Fan 2 Starter Run/Crank, Ignition Powertrain Air Conditioning Clutch High Beam Front Fog Lamps Horn Low-Beam Headlamp Windshield Wiper 1 Windshield Wiper 2 Daytime Running Lamps The rear compartment fuse block is located in the trunk Stoplamps of the vehicle.
Page 373 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Passenger Seat Controls Emission 2, Canister Vent Solenoid Driver Seat Controls Park Lamps, Instrument Panel Dimming Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used 6-103...
Page 374 Fuses Usage Relays Usage Not Used Rear Window Defogger Sunroof Controls Park Lamps Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Audio Ampliﬁer Not Used Heated Seat Controls Not Used Not Used Not Used Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Back-up Lamps System, XM™...
Page 375: 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 7-10 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution label located Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a under the hood.
Page 376 Capacities Application English Metric Fuel Tank 16.3 gal 61.7 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y *Transmission ﬂuid capacity is approximate. See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 6-23 for information on checking ﬂuid level. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual.
Page 377 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....7-10 Maintenance Schedule ........7-2 Maintenance Replacement Parts .....7-11 Introduction ...........7-2 Engine Drive Belt Routing ......7-12 Scheduled Maintenance ........7-3 Maintenance Record ........7-13 Owner Checks and Services ......7-8...
Page 378: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule WARNING: Introduction Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be recommended ﬂuids, and lubricants are necessary seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work to keep this vehicle in good working condition.
Page 379: Scheduled Maintenance
Rotation of New Tires When the Change Oil Soon message displays, certain services, checks, and inspections are required. The To maintain ride, handling, and performance of the services described for Maintenance I should be vehicle, it is important that the ﬁrst rotation service for performed at every engine oil change.
Page 380: Maintenance Ii
• • Fluids visual leak check (or every 12 months, Body hinges and latches, key lock cylinders, and whichever occurs ﬁrst). A leak in any system must rear compartment and hood hinges and latches be repaired and the ﬂuid level checked. lubrication.
Page 381 Once a Month • Throttle system inspection for interference, binding or for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as • Tire inﬂation check. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on needed. Replace any components that have page 6-51. high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate •...
Page 382 • First Engine Oil Change After Every 3.6L Engine Only: Automatic transmission ﬂuid change (severe service) for vehicles mainly driven in 240 000 km/150,000 Miles heavy city traffic in hot weather, in hilly or • Engine cooling system drain, ﬂush, and reﬁll, mountainous terrain, when frequently towing a cooling system and cap pressure check, and trailer, or used for taxi, police, or delivery service.
Page 383 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II • • Change engine oil and ﬁlter. Reset oil life system. • • Engine coolant level check. • • Windshield washer ﬂuid level check. • • Tire inﬂation pressures check. • • Tire wear inspection. •...
Page 384: Owner Checks And Services
Owner Checks and Services Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check Starter Switch Check WARNING: WARNING: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or could move suddenly.
Page 385: Ignition Transmission Lock Check
Ignition Transmission Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn set the parking brake. the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position. •...
Page 386: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants Hydraulic Power GM Power Steering Fluid Steering (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part System Canada 89021186). number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your (if equipped) dealer/retailer.
Page 387: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your Saturn retailer/dealer. Part Part Numbers ACDelco Part Numbers Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 22676970 A1627C Engine Oil Filter 2.4L L4 Engine 12605566 PF457G 3.6L V6 Engine...
Page 388: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Engine Drive Belt Routing 3.6L V6 Engine 2.4L L4 Engine 7-12...
Page 389: 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. Retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading 7-13...
Page 390 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading 7-14...
Page 391 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading 7-15...
Page 392 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading 7-16...
Page 393: Customer Assistance Information
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Government ..........8-14 (TTY) Users ..........8-5 Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn ....8-14 Customer Assistance Offices ......8-5 Service Publications Ordering Information ..8-14 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ....8-6 Roadside Assistance Program ......8-6 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ....8-15...
Page 394: Customer Assistance And Information
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to • Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN). This 17-digit your retailer and to Saturn. Together we are committed number can be found on the vehicle registration to providing our customers with unparalleled service, or title, on the upper driver side corner of the...
Page 395 Council of Better Business of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle mileage and other factors. Saturn Corporation reserves repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle the right to change eligibility limitations and/or Limited Warranty.
Page 396: Online Owner Center
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), • Recall notices for your speciﬁc vehicle call toll-free 1-800-207-0685. Alternatively, you may • call the Saturn Customer Communication Centre, ® OnStar and GM Cardmember Services Earnings 1-800-263-1999, or you may write to: summaries...
Page 397: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
(TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-553-6000 Telephone (TTY) Users In Canada, write to: To assist owners who have hearing difficulties, Saturn Saturn Customer Communication Centre has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices General Motors of Canada Ltd. for the Deaf) equipment in its Saturn Customer CA1-163-005 Assistance Center.
Page 398: Calling For Assistance
• Odometer reading, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number For more details, or to determine your vehicle’s (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle eligibility, visit your Saturn retailer or call the Saturn • Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-553-6000. Description of the problem Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-6000.
Page 399: Services Provided
Coverage • Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway: Tow to the nearest Saturn retailer for Services are provided up to 5 years/100,000 miles warranty service, or if the vehicle was in a crash and (160 000 km), whichever comes ﬁrst.
Page 400: Services Not Included In Roadside Assistance
Services Not Included in Roadside • Trip Interruption Beneﬁts and Assistance: Must be over 250 kilometres from where your trip was Assistance started to qualify. General Motors of Canada Limited • requires pre-authorization, original detailed Impound towing caused by violation of any laws. receipts, and a copy of the repair orders.
Page 401: Transportation Options
Warranty service can generally be completed while you scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is wait. However, if you are unable to wait, Saturn helps safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership/retailer, to minimize your inconvenience by providing several let them know this, and ask for instructions.
Page 402: Collision Damage Repair
See your retailer for Saturn reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change information regarding the allowance amounts for or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time reimbursement of fuel or other transportation costs. and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant...
Page 403: Insuring Your Vehicle
Insuring Your Vehicle of the vehicle. A recycled original equipment GM part, may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle’s Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with originally designed appearance and safety performance, comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. There however, the history of these parts is not known.
Page 404: If A Crash Occurs
If a Crash Occurs • Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone Here is what to do if you are involved in a crash. number, driver’s license number, vehicle license • plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle Check to make sure that you are all right.
Page 405: Reporting Safety Defects
Discuss this with your repair NHTSA cannot become involved in individual professional, and insist on Genuine GM parts. problems between you, your retailer or Saturn Remember if your vehicle is leased you may be Corporation. obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM...
Page 406: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
Service Manuals has a safety defect, notify Transport Canada immediately, in addition to notifying General Motors of A variety of publications are available to you. Saturn Canada Limited. Call them at 1-800-333-0510 or service manuals are written for trained technicians, and...
Page 407: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
ﬁx your vehicle. They can help a technician service your vehicle better. Most bulletins apply to conditions affecting a small number of vehicles. Your Saturn retailer or a qualiﬁed technician may have to determine if a speciﬁc bulletin applies to your vehicle. To order Saturn bulletins, call Saturn Publications at 1-800-2-SATURN or visit saturn-publications.com to order online.
Page 408: Event Data Recorders
The Saturn will not access this data or share it with others EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle except: with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee;...
Page 409: Radio Frequency Identiﬁcation (Rfid)
1. The device may not cause interference. openers. RFID technology in Saturn vehicles does not 2. The device must accept any interference received, use or record personal information or link with any other including interference that may cause undesired Saturn system containing personal information.
Page 410 ✍ NOTES 8-18...
Page 411 Airbags ............2-75 Passenger Status Indicator ......4-29 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......6-3 Readiness Light .......... 4-28 Accessory Power ..........3-20 System Check ..........2-58 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 4-15 AM ............... 4-83 Adding Washer Fluid ........6-32 Antenna Additional Factors Affecting System Operation ..2-73 Backglass ...........
Page 412 Arming the System ......... 3-16 Belt Routing, Engine ........7-12 Assistance Program, Roadside ......8-6 Blizzard Conditions .......... 5-16 Audio System ......... 4-50, 4-69 Bluetooth Controls ........... 4-69 ® Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...... 4-82 Bluetooth ............. 4-68 Radio Reception .......... 4-83 Brake Rear Seat (RSA) .........
Page 413 Check Engine Lamp ..........4-34 Calibration ............. 3-33 Check Engine Light ......... 4-34 California Checking Coolant ..........6-26 Perchlorate Materials Requirements ....6-4 Checking Engine Oil ........6-17 Warning ............6-4 Checking Things Under the Hood ...... 6-12 California Fuel ..........6-6 Chemical Paint Spotting ........
Page 414 Cleaning (cont.) Coolant Underbody Maintenance ....... 6-95 Engine ............6-25 Washing Your Vehicle ........6-92 Engine Temperature Gage ......4-33 Weatherstrips ..........6-92 Engine Temperature Warning Light ....4-33 Windshield and Wiper Blades ......6-93 Cooling System ..........6-24 Cleaning the Mirror ......... 3-32 Courtesy Transportation Program ......
Page 415 Dinghy Towing ..........5-25 Driving (cont.) Disarming the System ........3-16 Loss of Control ........... 5-11 Disc, MP3 ............4-61 Off-Road Recovery ........5-11 Doing Your Own Service Work ......6-4 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ....5-18 Dolly Towing ..........
Page 416 Electronic Immobilizer Operation Entering Personalization Menu ......4-46 ® PASS-Key III+ ........... 3-17 Entry/Exit Lighting ........... 4-13 Electronic Stability Control ......... 5-5 Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons ... 3-40 Electronic Stability Control Indicator Light ... 4-32 Event Data Recorders ........8-16 Emergency Trunk Release Handle .....
Page 417 Fluid Automatic Transmission ........ 6-23 Gages Power Steering ........... 6-30 Engine Coolant Temperature ......4-33 Windshield Washer ........6-32 Fuel ............4-38 FM Stereo ............. 4-83 Tire Size ............6-47 Speedometer ..........4-26 Fog Lamps Tachometer ..........4-26 Bulb Replacement ........4-12 Trip Odometer ..........
Page 418 Headlamps Off in Park ........4-10 Headphones ........... 4-80 If a Crash Occurs ........... 8-12 Heated Seats ........... 2-6 If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Heated Seats (If Equipped) ........ 1-8 Compartment ..........6-29 Heater ............4-16 If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Engine Coolant ...........
Page 419 Lights (cont.) Charging System ......... 4-30 Keyless Entry Cruise Control ..........4-38 Remote (RKE) System ........3-3 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ..... 4-33 Keyless Entry System ........3-3 Flash-to-Pass ..........4-5 Keys ............... 3-2 Highbeam On ..........4-38 High/Low Beam Changer ........ 4-5 Oil Pressure ..........
Page 420 DIC Warnings and Messages ......4-42 Online Owner Center ........8-4 Mirrors Online Owner Center Automatic Dimming Rearview ......3-32 (U.S.) — www.gmownercenter.com/saturn ..8-4 Manual Rearview ......... 3-32 OnStar Steering Wheel Controls ......1-25 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror ....3-34 Operation ............4-16 Outside Heated Mirrors ........
Page 421 Other Information ..........4-78 Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Other Rainy Weather Tips ........ 5-14 P (Park) Mechanism Check ......7-9 Outlet Adjustment ..........4-23 Parking on Hills ..........5-32 Outlets Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ..... 4-29 Accessory Power ......... 4-15 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light ....
Page 422 Power Door Locks ..........1-5 Power Lumbar ..........1-7 Radio Data System (RDS) ....... 4-53 Power Reclining Seatbacks ........ 2-8 Radio Frequency Power Reclining Seatbacks (If Equipped) ..... 1-7 Identiﬁcation (RFID) ........8-17 Power Seats (If Equipped) ......... 1-6 Statement ........... 8-17 Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts ......
Page 423 Care of ............6-91 Reporting Safety Defects Extender ............ 2-31 Canadian Government ........8-14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ....2-17 Saturn ............8-14 Lap-Shoulder Belt ........2-25 U.S. Government ......... 8-13 Reminders ..........4-26 Reprogramming Universal Home Safety Belts Are for Everyone ....... 2-12 Remote Buttons ..........
Page 424 Safety Warnings and Symbols ......iv Service (cont.) Scheduled Maintenance ........7-3 Parts Identiﬁcation Label ....... 6-96 Scheduling Appointments ........8-8 Publications Ordering Information ....8-14 Sealant Kit, Tire ..........6-67 Scheduling Appointments ........ 8-8 Seats Service Bulletins ..........8-15 Head Restraints ..........
Page 425 Speedometer ..........4-26 Split Folding Rear Seat ........2-10 Tachometer ............ 4-26 Start Vehicle, Remote ........3-5 Taillamps Starter Switch Check ........7-8 Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Starting the Engine ......... 3-20 Back-Up Lamps ........6-41 Starting the Vehicle ........... 1-4 Telescopic Wheel ..........
Page 426 Tires ............. 6-44 Torque Lock ........... 3-28 Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning ......6-94 Total Weight on the Vehicle’s Tires ....5-30 Buying New Tires ........6-60 Towing Chains ............6-65 Recreational Vehicle ........5-24 Changing a Flat Tire ........6-74 Towing a Trailer .......... 5-27 Cleaning ............
Page 427 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ....8-15 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......6-62 Number (VIN) ..........6-95 Universal Home Remote System ....... 3-34 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ....6-96 Operation ........... 3-35 Vehicle Personalization ........1-19 Used Replacement Wheels ......6-65 DIC ............
Page 428 When the Change Oil Soon Message Displays ..7-3 When to Add Engine Oil ........6-18 XM Radio Messages ........4-67 When to Change Engine Oil ......6-20 XM Satellite Radio Service ....... 4-57 When to Check ..........6-52 XM™ Satellite Radio When to Check Power Steering Fluid ....