Saturn 2006 Ion manual

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    Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1 - 1 Front Seats ............................................... 1 - 2 Rear Seats ............................................... 1 - 9 Safety Belts ............................................. 1-11 Child Restraints ....................................... 1-32 Airbag System .................[...]

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    SATURN, the SATURN Emblem, and the name ION are registered trademarks of Saturn Corporation. GENERAL MOTORS and GM are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. Keep this manual in the vehic[...]

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    Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. { CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do t[...]

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    Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this manual you will find these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell what to do to help av[...]

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    These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: v[...]

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    ✍ NOTES vi[...]

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    Front Seats ..................................................... .1-2 Manual Seats ............................................... .1-2 Driver Seat Height Adjuster ............................. .1-3 Manual Lumbar ............................................. .1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ....................................... .1-4 Head Restraints ....[...]

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    Front Seats Manual Seats { CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving. Lift the bar located under the front o[...]

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    Driver Seat Height Adjuster The driver’s seat height adjuster is located on the outboard side of the seat. To raise the seat, move the lever upward repeatedly until the seat is at the desired height. To lower the seat, move the lever downward repeatedly until the seat is at the desired height. Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature, the k[...]

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    Reclining Seatbacks { CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving. { CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, i[...]

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    { CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck o[...]

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    Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant’s head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. 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. 1-[...]

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    Passenger Folding Seatback Your vehicle may have a passenger seat that folds flat. To fold the seatback, do the following: { CAUTION: If you fold the seatback forward to carry longer objects, such as skis, be sure any such cargo is not near an airbag. In a crash, an inflating airbag might force that object toward a person. This could cause severe[...]

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    3. Lift the recliner lever, located on the outboard side of the seat, fully and fold the seat forward until the seatback disengages. 4. Continue to fold the seat forward until it locks in the folded position. Pull up on the seatback to be sure it is locked. 1-8[...]

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    To raise the seatback to an upright position, do the following: 1. Lift the recliner lever, located on the outboard side of the seat, fully and lift the seatback. 2. Push the seatback until it re-engages. { CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. A[...]

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    Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. 2. Once the handle is pulled, the seatback can be pushed open through the trunk, or pulled open from the inside of the vehicle[...]

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    Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. { CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you are not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can b[...]

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    In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here is why: They work . You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive. But most crashes are in betw[...]

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    Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-13[...]

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    The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... 1-14[...]

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    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. Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I am wearing a safety belt? A: Y[...]

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    Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an accident — even one that is not your fault — you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur w[...]

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    3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. If the belt stops before it reac[...]

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    6. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cau[...]

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    Q: What is wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. { CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. 1-19[...]

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    Q: What is wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the[...]

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    Q: What is wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much[...]

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    Q: What is wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body. { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your retailer to fix it. 1-22[...]

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    To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment (Sedan) Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the he[...]

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    Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy. The best [...]

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    Lap-Shoulder Belt All rear seat positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here is how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you m[...]

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    3. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cau[...]

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    { CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. 1-27[...]

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    Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide available for each outside passenger position in the r[...]

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    { CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked. 3. Return the rear seatback to its upright position and make sure it is latched into place. 4. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elas[...]

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    5. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. { CAUTION: 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. Thes[...]

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    6. Buckle, position, and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-24 . Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides. Fold down the rear seatbacks. Store the guides on their storage clips. Lift t[...]

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    Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: 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 or neck. The lap belt sho[...]

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    { CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can not properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt i[...]

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    { CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. Wherever t[...]

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    { CAUTION: Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts. Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by a[...]

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    { CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and i[...]

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    For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer’s instructions that come with the restraint,[...]

  • Page 44

    Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle. A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface again[...]

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    A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back boo[...]

  • Page 46

    Q: How Should I Use a Child Restraint? A: A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner. To help reduce inju[...]

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    When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restrai[...]

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    Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat. Y[...]

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    Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. 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 sy[...]

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    Top Tether Anchor A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (B) on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash. Yo[...]

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    i (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. j (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. For sedan models, each rear seating position has exposed metal lower anchors in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. For coupe models, each rear outboard seating position has exposed metal lower anchors in t[...]

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    Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger’s position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. There is no place to attach the top tether in this position. Accident statistics show that children are saf[...]

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    { CAUTION: Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Secure any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock, if your vehicle has one, after the child[...]

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    5. If the child restraint is forward-facing, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 5.1. Find the top tether anchor. 5.2. Pull open the top tether anchor trim cover to expose the anchor. 5.3. Route and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint ins[...]

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    Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-43 . If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint. Be sure to follow the instructions that came wi[...]

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    4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful[...]

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    To remove the child restraint, if the top tether is attached to the top tether anchor, disconnect it. Unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a [...]

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    There is no top tether anchor at the right front seating position. Do not secure a child restraint in this position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be anchored. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-43 if[...]

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    5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful[...]

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    7. Push and pull the child restraint in dif ferent directions to be sure it is secure. 8. If your vehicle has a passenger sensing system and the airbag is off, the of f indicator on the instrument panel will be lit and stay lit when the key is turned to RUN or START. If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, turn the vehi[...]

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    Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: { CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Airbags are “supplemen[...]

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    { CAUTION: Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need t[...]

  • Page 63

    The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. If your vehicle has a roof-mounted side impact airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver, it is in the ceiling above the side windows. 1-57[...]

  • Page 64

    If your vehicle has a roof-mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger and the person seated directly behind that passenger, it is in the ceiling above the side windows. { CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury o[...]

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    When Should an Airbag Inflate? The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds take into account a variety of desired deployment and no[...]

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    In any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. For frontal airbags, inflation is determined by what the vehicle hits, the angle of the impact, and how quickly the vehicle slows down. For roof-mounted side impact airbags, inflation [...]

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    What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? After a frontal airbag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the airbag inflated. Roof-mounted side impact airbags deflate more slowly and may still be at least partially inflated minutes after the vehicle comes to rest. Some components of the airbag module [...]

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    In many crashes severe enough to inflate an airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. • Airbags are designed to inflate only once. After an airbag inflates, you will need some new parts for your airbag system. If you do not get them, the airbag sy[...]

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    The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger’s seat. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly-seated occupant and determine if the passenger’s frontal airbag should be enabled (may inflate) or not. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the r[...]

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    The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag if: • the right front passenger seat is unoccupied • the system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infant seat • the system determines that a small child is present in a forward-facing child restraint • the system determines [...]

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    If a person of adult-size is sitting in the right front passenger’s seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat. If this happens, turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the fully upright position, then sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with [...]

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    The passenger sensing system may suppress the airbag deployment when liquid is soaked into the seat. If this happens, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator and the airbag readiness light on the instrument panel will be lit. The system should resume normal operation after the seat is allowed to dry. If the system operates incorr[...]

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    Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Q: Is there anything I might add to the front or sides of the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? A: Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airbag system from working properly. Also, the[...]

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    Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it rep[...]

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    Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash { CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any ne[...]

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    ✍ NOTES 1-70[...]

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    Keys .............................................................. .2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ........................ .2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation .......... .2-4 Doors and Locks ............................................ .2-7 Door Locks ................................................... .2-7 Power Door Locks ..............[...]

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    Keys { CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. 2-2[...]

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    This key operates the ignition and all of the lock cylinders on the vehicle. You may be able to obtain a VALET key from your retailer. The VALET key only operates the driver’s door and the ignition. This a theft-deterrent feature. The VALET key should always be used when valet parking your vehicle. Notice: If you ever lock your keys in your vehic[...]

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    At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: • Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. • Check th[...]

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    W (Unlock): Press this symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock the driver’s door. This also disarms the theft-deterrent system. See Manual Rearview Mirror on page 2-32 . Press the button again to unlock the rest of the doors. Your vehicle can be programmed so that the parking lamps will flash and/or the horn will sound when you [...]

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    Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about four years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery. Notice: When[...]

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    Doors and Locks Door Locks { CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked. So, wear safety belts properly [...]

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    Power Door Locks Press the top of the switch to unlock the doors. Press the bottom of the switch to lock the doors. Delayed Locking This feature will delay the actual locking of the doors for up to five seconds when the power door lock switch or remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock the vehicle. If any door is open when locking the vehi[...]

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    Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle has rear door security locks. These prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. The rear door security locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door. You must open the rear doors to access them. The label depicting lock and unlock positions is located near the lock. To set the locks[...]

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    Lockout Protection If you press the power door lock switch when the key is in the ignition and any door is open, all the doors will lock and the driver’s door will unlock. Be sure to remove the key from the ignition when locking your vehicle. The lockout protection can be overridden by pressing and holding the power door lock in the lock position[...]

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    Trunk To unlock the trunk from the outside, use the vehicle key or press the trunk button on the remote keyless entry transmitter, if equipped. { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you m[...]

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    Remote Trunk Release Lockout Your remote trunk release is equipped with a lockout feature. The switch is located on the inside of the trunk lid, mounted to the trunk lid latch. To turn the lockout on, slide the switch to the lock symbol. To turn the lockout off, slide the switch to the unlock symbol. When the lockout is on, the remote trunk release[...]

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    Windows { CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. Manual [...]

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    Power Windows If your vehicle has power windows, switches located on the driver’s door armrest control each of the windows. This switch panel is illuminated for easier night time operation. In addition, each passenger door has a window switch that controls that door’s window. To operate each window, press the switch forward to close the window [...]

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    Sun Visors To block out glare, swing down the sun visors. You can also swing them to the side. Visor Vanity Mirrors Your sun visors may have vanity mirrors. If so, the driver’s mirror is covered. Lift the cover to expose the mirror. Passenger Visor Safety Belt Clip (Coupe) If you have a coupe, the sun visor on the passenger’s side of the vehicl[...]

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    Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Content Theft-Deterrent The remote keyless entry transmitter is used to arm/disarm the theft-deterrent system. Your vehicle’s theft-det[...]

  • Page 93

    Passlock ® Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock ® theft-deterrent system. Passlock ® is a passive theft-deterrent system. Passlock ® enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key. If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, fuel is disabled. During normal operation, the security lig[...]

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    Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to four different positions. Notice: Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand. Make sure the key is all the way in. If it is, turn the steering wheel left and right while[...]

  • Page 95

    / (START): This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving. A warning tone will sound if you open the driver’s door while in LOCK or ACC, when the key has not been removed from the ignition. Shift Lock Release The following procedure allows the ignition to be turn[...]

  • Page 96

    3. Place your finger into the access hole and locate the plunger. 4. Press and hold the plunger toward the driver’s door while turning the ignition key to LOCK. Remove the key. Have your vehicle serviced at your retailer as soon as possible. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power (RAP) feature whi[...]

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    Manual Transaxle The shift lever should be in NEUTRAL and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down — that is a safety feature. Starting Procedure 1. With your foot of f the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition to START. When the eng[...]

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    Automatic Transaxle Operation If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transaxle, the shift lever is located on the console between the seats. There are several different positions for the automatic transaxle. PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot [...]

  • Page 99

    Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever. See Shifting Out of Park (P) on page 2-29 . REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transaxle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Shift to [...]

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    AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving with the automatic transaxle. If you need more power for passing, and you are: • Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. • Going about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator all the way down. INTERMEDIATE (I): This position is also used[...]

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    Manual Transaxle Operation This is your shift pattern. Here is how to operate your transaxle: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into FIRST (1) when you are going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). If you have come to a complete stop and it i[...]

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    Shift Speeds { CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. You could injure yourself or others. Do not shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. Up-Shift Light If you have a manual transaxle, you may have an up-shift light. This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear f[...]

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    Parking Brake The parking brake lever is located between the front seats. To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-34 . To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the park[...]

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    Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even [...]

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    Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it diff icult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shif[...]

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    Parking Over Things That Burn { CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. Engine Exhaust { CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness[...]

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    Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. { CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier caution under Engine Exhaust on page 2-30 . Also, idling in a closed-in place can l[...]

  • Page 108

    Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The day/night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the lamps behind you. Push the tab forward for daytime[...]

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    Temperature and Compass Display Press the on/off button, located to the far left, briefly to turn the comp/temp display on or off. If the display reads CAL, the compass needs to be calibrated. See the information following on calibration. To adjust between Fahrenheit and Celsius do the following: 1. Press and hold the on/of f button for approximat[...]

  • Page 110

    Compass Calibration The compass may need calibration from time to time. In order to calibrate, CAL must be displayed in the mirror compass windows. If CAL is not displayed, push in the on/off button for approximately nine seconds or until CAL is displayed. The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less unt[...]

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    Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display If the vehicle has an automatic dimming mirror, it[...]

  • Page 112

    Compass Calibration The compass may need calibration from time to time. In order to calibrate, CAL must be displayed in the mirror compass window. If CAL is not displayed, push in the COMP button for approximately eight seconds or until CAL is displayed. The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until[...]

  • Page 113

    Cleaning the Mirror Use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing. Outside Remote Control Mirror Adjust the driver’s outside mirror by moving the control located on the driver’s door. The outside rearview mirro[...]

  • Page 114

    Outside Convex Mirror { CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. The passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s su[...]

  • Page 115

    OnStar ® Services The Safe and Sound Plan is included for the first year. You can extend this plan beyond the first year, or upgrade to the Directions and Connections Plan to meet your needs. For more information, press the OnStar ® button to speak with an advisor. Safe and Sound Plan • Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment • Emergen[...]

  • Page 116

    Storage Areas Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling back on the lever. Close the glove box with a firm push. Cupholder(s) Your vehicle may have cupholders between the rear seats. Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle has a center console storage area between the front seats. It contains a storage area for small items. The center console stora[...]

  • Page 117

    To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are driving, check frequently to ensure your cargo is securely fastened. Convenience Net If you have a convenience net, the net attaches to the floor of the trunk. Put small loads behind the net. The net is not for heavier loads. Store them as far forward in the trunk as you can. See your retailer for info[...]

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    ✍ NOTES 2-42[...]

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    Instrument Panel Overview .............................. .3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ............................... .3-6 Other Warning Devices .................................. .3-6 H o r n ............................................................ .3-6 Tilt Wheel .................................................... .3-7 Turn Signal/Multifunct[...]

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    Reduced Engine Power Light ........................ .3-41 Highbeam On Light ...................................... .3-41 Fuel Gage .................................................. .3-42 Boost Gage ................................................ .3-43 Message Center ............................................ .3-43 Low Traction Message .........[...]

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    ✍ NOTES 3-3[...]

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    Instrument Panel Overview 3-4[...]

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    The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-22 . B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7 . C. Horn. See Horn on page 3-6 . D. Windshield Wiper Lever. See Windshield Wiper Lever on page 3-9 . E. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. See Hazard War[...]

  • Page 124

    Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button is located in the center of the instrument panel. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and eve[...]

  • Page 125

    Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column. To tilt the wheel, pull the lever down. Then, move the wheel[...]

  • Page 126

    Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in [...]

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    Windshield Washer { CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. L (Washer Fluid): Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to operate the windshield wipers. Washer fluid will squirt onto the windshield and the wipers will ru[...]

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    & (Delay): Put the lever in this position to set a delay between wipes. Turn the end of the lever to set the length of the delay. 6 (Low Speed): Put the lever in this position for slow, steady wiping cycles. 1 (High Speed): Put the lever in this position for rapid wiping cycles. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using t[...]

  • Page 129

    Setting Cruise Control { CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control. The cruise control buttons are located on the steering wheel. J [...]

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    Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, disengages the cruise control. The CRUISE message in the instrument panel cluster will also go out indicating cruise is no longer engaged. To return to your previously set speed, you do not need to go through the set process ag[...]

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    Ending Cruise Control To end the cruise control session, step lightly on the brake pedal or tap the clutch if your vehicle has a manual transmission. Stepping on the brake pedal or clutch will only end the current cruise control session. Press the cruise control on/off button to turn the system completely of f. Erasing Speed Memory When you turn of[...]

  • Page 132

    Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles fir[...]

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    Fog Lamps If your vehicle has this feature, use your fog lamps for better visibility in foggy or misty conditions. The button for your fog lamps is located next to the instrument panel brightness control. Push the button to turn the fog lamps on. Push the button again to turn the fog lamps off. When using fog lamps, the parking lamps or low-beam he[...]

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    Dome Lamp The dome lamp switch has three positions. ON: The lamp will stay on as long as the switch is in this position. DOOR: The lamp will come on when a door is opened. See “Entry Lighting” for more information. OFF: The lamp will not come on as long as the switch is in this position. Entry Lighting If the dome lamp is to DOOR, the lamps ins[...]

  • Page 135

    Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your retailer for additional information on the accessory power outlet. Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working [...]

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    Climate Controls Climate Control System (Without Air Conditioning) With this system you can control the heating and ventilation for your vehicle. Operation To change the current mode, select one of the following: H (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. ) (Bi-Level): This mode directs approximately half of the air to the ins[...]

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    Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield and side windows. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm [...]

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    Climate Control System (With Air Conditioning) With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Operation To change the current mode, select one of the following: H (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. ) (Bi-Level): This mode directs approximately half of the air to the instrument pan[...]

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    # (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the air-conditioning system on or off. When this button is pressed, an indicator light above the button will come on to let you know the air conditioning is activated. On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle t[...]

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    Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. The rear window defogger will only work when the ignition is in RUN. < (Rear): Press the button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible. An indicator light above the button will [...]

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    Passenger Compartment Air Filter Passenger compartment air is routed through a passenger compartment filter. The filter removes certain particles from the air, including pollen and dust particles. Reductions in airflow, which may occur more quickly in dusty areas, indicate that the filter needs to be replaced early. The filter should be replac[...]

  • Page 142

    4. Open the passenger compartment air filter door by reaching through the opening in the back of the glove box and raising the tab until the door can be opened downward. 5. Remove the filter by sliding it out of the housing. When installing a new air filter make sure the AIR FLOW arrow is pointing downward. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 making sure [...]

  • Page 143

    Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could [...]

  • Page 144

    Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, about how much fuel you have used, and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically. United States version shown, Canada similar 3-26[...]

  • Page 145

    Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer is located in your message center, and shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). When information messages need to be shown in the [...]

  • Page 146

    Tachometer The tachometer is located on the instrument panel and displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Notice: If you operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area, your vehicle could be damaged, and the damages would not be covered by your warranty. Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shade[...]

  • Page 147

    Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will flash for several more. If the driver’s belt is alre[...]

  • Page 148

    Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic[...]

  • Page 149

    Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system then your instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator. When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check. Then, after several [...]

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    This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { CAUTION: Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger’s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear-facing child restraint, no system is failsafe, and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circ[...]

  • Page 151

    Battery Warning Light The battery warning light will come on briefly as a check, when you turn on the ignition. Then it should go out when the engine is started. If the light does not come on when you start your vehicle, have your vehicle serviced right away. This condition may indicate your battery warning light is not functioning properly. If th[...]

  • Page 152

    Brake System Warning Light This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition to RUN. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good brakin[...]

  • Page 153

    Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light will come on briefly, as a check, when you start your vehicle. If it doesn’t, have your vehicle serviced so that the light works properly when it needs to. The ABS light is located in the instrument panel cluster, to the left[...]

  • Page 154

    Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage on the left measures the temperature of the vehicle’s engine coolant. If the pointer moves into the shaded area, your engine is too hot! If the engine coolant temperature reaches 253°F (123°C) the CHK GAGE message will appear and a chime will sound to alert you to the engine coolant temperature gage. Se[...]

  • Page 155

    Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after awhile, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good, and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust, intake, or f[...]

  • Page 156

    If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See Filling the Tank on page 5-7 . The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly in[...]

  • Page 157

    Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection:[...]

  • Page 158

    Oil Pressure Light If you have a low engine oil pressure problem, this light will stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving. This indicates that your engine is not receiving enough oil. The engine could be low on oil, or could have some other oil problem. Have it fixed immediately. The oil light may also come on when the[...]

  • Page 159

    Reduced Engine Power Light This light will come on briefly when you start the engine. This light, along with the service engine soon light will be displayed when a noticeable reduction in the vehicle’s performance may occur. Stop the vehicle and turn off the ignition. Wait for 10 seconds and restart your vehicle. This may correct the condition. [...]

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    Fuel Gage When the ignition is on, the fuel gage on the right tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank. When the indicator nears empty, the LOW FUEL message will come on. You still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon. See Low Fuel Warning Message on page 3-46 for more information. Here are four things that some own[...]

  • Page 161

    Boost Gage If your vehicle is equipped with this gage, it is located on the steering column. This gage indicates vacuum during light to moderate throttle and boost under heavier throttle. This gage displays the air pressure level in the intake manifold before it enters the engine’s combustion chamber. This gage is automatically centered at zero e[...]

  • Page 162

    Changing the Language (Canada Only) Vehicles first sold in Canada have instrument panel clusters that show messages in either English or French. To change the language, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Press the trip/reset button until the current language of ENGLISH or FRENCH is displayed. 3. Press and hold the trip/reset button for [...]

  • Page 163

    Transaxle Fluid Hot Message If the TRANS HOT message is displayed, the automatic transaxle fluid may be overheating. See Engine Overheating on page 5-29 for more information. Change Engine Oil Message When the CHG OIL message is displayed, it means that service is required for your vehicle. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 and Engine Oil on p[...]

  • Page 164

    Power Steering Message If the PWR STR message is displayed, a problem has been detected with the electric power steering. If you suspect electric power steering problems and/or the PWR STR message is on, see your retailer for service and repair. Trunk Ajar Warning Message When the TRUNK message is displayed, it means the trunk lid is not fully clos[...]

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    Service Vehicle Message If the SERVICE VEHICLE message is displayed, a non-emission related problem has occurred which requires the vehicle be taken in for service. These problems may not be obvious and may affect vehicle performance and durability. See your retailer for necessary repairs to maintain top vehicle performance. Error Message When the [...]

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    Audio System(s) Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the pages following to familiarize yourself with its features. Driving without distraction is a necessity for a safer driving experience. See Defensive Driving on page 4-2 . By taking a few moments to read this manual and get familiar with your vehicle’s audio system, you can us[...]

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    Notice: The chime signals related to safety belts, parking brake, and other functions of your vehicle operate through the radio/entertainment system. If that equipment is replaced or additional equipment is added to your vehicle, the chimes may not work. Make sure that replacement or additional equipment is compatible with your vehicle before insta[...]

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    Setting the Time (With Date Display) If your vehicle has a radio with a single CD player, the radio will have a clock button for setting the time and date. Press the clock button and the HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day, and year) will appear on the display. Press the pushbutton located under any one of the labels that you want to ch[...]

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    Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2 or AM. The display will show the selection. f (Tune): Turn this knob to select radio stations. © SEEK ¨ : Press the right or left SEEK arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. To scan stations, press and hold either SEEK arrow for a few seconds until yo[...]

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    Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) ` BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance or fade, press this button or the tune knob until the desired speaker control label appears on the display. Turn the tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the setting. You can also adjust the setting by pressing either the SEEK, FWD, or REV buttons. R[...]

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    If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages” later in this section. Z EJECT: Press the CD eject button to eject the CD. If the CD is not removed, after several seconds, the CD will be automatically pulled back into the player. f (Tune): Turn this knob to select tracks on the CD currently playing. © SEEK ¨ : Press the left SEEK arrow [...]

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    4 (Information): Press this button to switch the display between the track number, elapsed time of the track, and the time. When the ignition is off, press this button to display the time. BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing. The CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening. CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Pres[...]

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    Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. This is not an audio output; do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack. You can however, connect an external audio device such as an iPod, laptop computer, MP3 player, CD changer, or cassette tape pl[...]

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    Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. While the radio is tuned to an FM-RDS station, the station [...]

  • Page 175

    4 (Information) (XM™ Satellite Radio Service, MP3, and RDS Features): Press the information button to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM™ station, or MP3 song. A choice of additional information such as: Channel, Song, Artist, CAT may appear. Continue pressing the information button to highlight the desired [...]

  • Page 176

    Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or Treble): To adjust bass, midrange, or treble, press the tune knob until the tone control labels appear on the display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired label, or press the pushbutton positioned under the desired label. Turn the tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adju[...]

  • Page 177

    Finding a Category (CAT) Station CAT (Category): The CAT button is used to find XM™ stations when the radio is in the XM™ mode. To find XM™ channels within a desired category, perform the following: 1. Press the BAND button until the XM™ frequency is displayed. Press the CAT button to display the category labels on the radio display. Cont[...]

  • Page 178

    XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required XL (Explicit Language Channels) XL on the radio display, after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). XM Updating Updating encryption code The encryption[...]

  • Page 179

    XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Message Condition Action Required No CAT Info Category Name not available No category information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. No Information No Text/Informational message available No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel[...]

  • Page 180

    Playing a CD (Single CD Player) Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. Playing a CD(s) (Six-Disc CD Player) LOAD ^ : Press this button to load CDs into the CD player. This CD player will hold up to six CDs. To insert one CD, do the following: 1. Press and release the load button[...]

  • Page 181

    If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages” later in this section. Z EJECT: Press the CD eject button to eject CD(s). To eject the CD that is currently playing, press and release this button. You will hear a beep and Ejecting Disc will be displayed. Once the disc is ejected, Remove Disc will appear on display. The CD can be removed. I[...]

  • Page 182

    CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio. The CD icon and track number will appear on the display when a CD is in the player. Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. You can connect an external audio device such as a portable audio player to the auxilia[...]

  • Page 183

    • Make sure playlists have a .m3u or .wpl extension (other file extensions may not work). • Minimize the length of the file, folder or playlist names. Long file, folder, or playlist names, or a combination of a large number of files and folders, or playlists may cause the player to be unable to play up to the maximum number of files, folde[...]

  • Page 184

    Order of Play Tracks recorded to the CD-R will be played in the following order: • Play will begin from the first track in the first playlist and will continue sequentially through all tracks in each playlist. When the last track of the last playlist has been played, play will continue from the first track of the first playlist. • Play will[...]

  • Page 185

    If playing a CD-R, the sound quality may be reduced due to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the CD-R has been handled. There may be an increase in skipping, diff iculty in finding tracks, and/or dif ficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface [...]

  • Page 186

    c T (Next Folder): Press the pushbutton positioned under the Folder label to go to the first track in the next folder. s REV (Reverse): Press and hold this button to reverse playback quickly within an MP3 file. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. Release this button to resume playing the file. The elapsed time of the file will appear on th[...]

  • Page 187

    Now the album name is displayed on the second line between the arrows and songs from the current album will begin to play. Once all songs from that album are played, the player will move to the next album in alphabetic order on the CD-R and begin playing MP3 files from that album. To exit music navigator mode, press the button below the Back label[...]

  • Page 188

    Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. This is not an audio output; do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack. You can however, connect an external audio device such as an iPod, laptop computer, MP3 player, CD changer, or cassette tape pl[...]

  • Page 189

    XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada (if available). Just as with FM, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out. In addition, traveling or standing under heavy foli[...]

  • Page 190

    Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, replace it. Check occasionally to make sure the mast is still tightened to the antenna base located on the hood of the vehicle. If tightening is required,[...]

  • Page 191

    Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ......... .4-2 Defensive Driving .......................................... .4-2 Drunken Driving ............................................ .4-3 Control of a Vehicle ....................................... .4-5 Braking ........................................................ .4-6 Anti-Lock Brake System (AB[...]

  • Page 192

    Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 1-11 . { CAUTION: Defensive driving really means “Be ready for anything.” On city streets, ru[...]

  • Page 193

    Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It is the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: • Judgment • Muscular Coordination • Vision • Attentiveness Police records show t[...]

  • Page 194

    According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of liquors like whiskey, gin,[...]

  • Page 195

    But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for[...]

  • Page 196

    Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-34 . Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That is perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That is reaction time. Average reaction time is about three-fourths of a second. But that is only an average. I[...]

  • Page 197

    Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Your vehicle may have the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. If your vehicle has ABS, this warning light on the instrument panel will come on briefly when you start your vehicle. When you start your engine, or when you begin to drive away, your ABS[...]

  • Page 198

    ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: ABS not change the [...]

  • Page 199

    Braking in Emergencies At some time, nearly every driver gets into a situation that requires hard braking. If you have ABS, you can steer and brake at the same time. However, if you do not have ABS, your first reaction — to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down — may be the wrong thing to do. Your wheels can stop rolling. Once they do, the[...]

  • Page 200

    The Enhanced Traction System automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. The light on the traction control button will also come on to let you know the system is on. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the system on. But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to. Yo[...]

  • Page 201

    Steering Electric Power Steering If the engine stalls while you are driving, the power steering assist system will continue to operate until you are able to stop the vehicle. If you lose power steering assist because the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. If you turn the steering wheel in either direction se[...]

  • Page 202

    The same thing can happen if you are steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate. Those two control systems — steering and acceleration — can overwhelm those places where the tires meet the road and make you lose control. See Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on page 4-9 . What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the brak[...]

  • Page 203

    An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object. [...]

  • Page 204

    Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the [...]

  • Page 205

    • Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane. Remember that your passenger side outside mirror [...]

  • Page 206

    If you have the Enhanced Traction System (ETS), remember: It helps to avoid only the acceleration skid. See Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on page 4-9 .I fy o u do not have the Enhanced Traction System, or if the system is off, then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. If your vehicle starts to sl[...]

  • Page 207

    Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired — by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. • Drive defensively. • Do not drink and drive. • Adjust the inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headla[...]

  • Page 208

    Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction is not as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires do not have much tread left, you will get even less traction. It is always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to[...]

  • Page 209

    Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you cannot, try to slow down before you hit them. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. Thi[...]

  • Page 210

    Some Other Rainy Weather Tips • Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray. • Have good tires with proper tread depth. See Tires on page 5-57 . City Driving One of the biggest [...]

  • Page 211

    Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. • Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You will save time and energy. See Freeway Driving on page 4[...]

  • Page 212

    At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traff ic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors, a[...]

  • Page 213

    Here are some things you can check before a trip: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? • Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? • Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? • Tires: They are vitally important to a s[...]

  • Page 214

    Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tir[...]

  • Page 215

    { CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash. Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downh[...]

  • Page 216

    Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Also see Tires on page 5-57 . Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a[...]

  • Page 217

    Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You will have a lot less traction, or grip, and will need to be very careful. What is the worst time for this? Wet ice. Very cold sn[...]

  • Page 218

    Unless you have the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), you will want to brake very gently, too. If you do have ABS, see Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on page 4-7 . ABS improves your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Whether you have ABS or not, you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. Withou[...]

  • Page 219

    You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful. { CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially[...]

  • Page 220

    Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. To help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every hal[...]

  • Page 221

    Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If your vehicle has the enhanced traction system (ETS), you should turn the ETS off. See Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on page 4-9 . Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, or with a manual[...]

  • Page 222

    Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar). With the driver’s door open, you will find the label attached below the door lock post (striker). The tire and loading information label lists the number of occupant seating positions (A), and the max[...]

  • Page 223

    5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the av[...]

  • Page 224

    Item Description Total A Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = 750 lbs (340 kg) C Available Cargo Weight = 250 lbs (113 kg) Item Description Total A Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = 1,000[...]

  • Page 225

    Certification Label A vehicle specific Certification label is found on the rear edge of the driver’s door. The label shows the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axl[...]

  • Page 226

    If things like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else are put inside the vehicle, they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. { CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. • Put things in the[...]

  • Page 227

    Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: • What’s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. • How far will you tow? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow. • Do you have the proper towing equipment? [...]

  • Page 228

    Once you have reached your destination, be sure to replace this fuse back into its original location. Notice: If you exceed 65 mph (105 km/h) while towing your vehicle, it could be damaged. Never exceed 65 mph (105 km/h) while towing your vehicle. Notice: Towing your vehicle from the rear could damage it. Also, repairs would not be covered by the w[...]

  • Page 229

    Towing a Trailer { CAUTION: If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. You may also damage your vehicle; the resulting repairs would not be cove[...]

  • Page 230

    If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer If you do, here are some important points: • There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police. • Con[...]

  • Page 231

    Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And if you tow a trailer, you must ad[...]

  • Page 232

    Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufa[...]

  • Page 233

    Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal longer when towing a t[...]

  • Page 234

    Driving on Grades Notice: Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles (9.6 km). Extended, higher than normal engine and transaxle temperatures may result and damage your vehicle. Frequent stops are very important to allow the engine and transaxle to cool. Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downg[...]

  • Page 235

    3. When the chocks are in place, release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake and shift into PARK (P) for an automatic transaxle or REVERSE (R) for a manual transaxle. 5. Release the regular brakes. When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular [...]

  • Page 236

    ✍ NOTES 4-46[...]

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    Service ........................................................... .5-3 Accessories and Modifications ......................... .5-3 California Proposition 65 Warning .................... .5-3 Doing Your Own Service Work ........................ .5-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle .......................................... .5-4 F[...]

  • Page 238

    Different Size Tires and Wheels ..................... .5-70 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......................... .5-70 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ................. .5-72 Wheel Replacement ..................................... .5-72 Tire Chains ................................................. .5-74 If a Tire Goes Flat ......................[...]

  • Page 239

    Service Your Saturn retailer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your retailer for all your service needs. You will get genuine Saturn parts and Saturn-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your Saturn vehicle all Saturn. Genuine Saturn parts have one of these marks. Access[...]

  • Page 240

    Doing Your Own Service Work { CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. • Be sure you have suff icient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts, and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. • Be sure to use the proper nuts, b[...]

  • Page 241

    Gasoline Octane If your vehicle has the 2.2L L4 engine (VIN Code F), use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If the octane rating is less than 87, you may notice an audible knocking noise when you drive, commonly referred to as spark knock. If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as pos[...]

  • Page 242

    Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing your emission control system to work properly. In most cases, you should not have to add anything to your fuel. However, some gasolines contain only the minimum amou[...]

  • Page 243

    Filling the Tank { CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away [...]

  • Page 244

    While refueling, let the fuel cap hang by the tether below the fuel fill opening. { CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and w[...]

  • Page 245

    { CAUTION: If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant. Leave the area immediately. Notice: If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get the wrong type, it may not fit properly[...]

  • Page 246

    Checking Things Under the Hood { CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windsh[...]

  • Page 247

    2. Push the secondary hood release lever, located under the center of the hood above the grille, to the right to disengage it. 3. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the[...]

  • Page 248

    Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2.2L L4 engine (2.4L L4 engine similar), here is what you will see: 5-12[...]

  • Page 249

    A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-22 . B. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See “Checking Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 5-15 . C. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 5-15 . D. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See “Brake Fluid” under Brakes on page 5-39 an[...]

  • Page 250

    When you open the hood on the 2.0L L4 Supercharged engine, here is what you will see: 5-14[...]

  • Page 251

    A. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 5-15 . B. Electric Engine Cooling Fan. See Cooling System on page 5-31 . C. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 5-15 . D. Intercooler System Pressure Cap. See Engine Coolant on page 5-25 . E. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See[...]

  • Page 252

    When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the MIN (minimum) mark, you will need to add at least one quart/liter of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 5-109 . Notice: Do not add too much oil. If your engine has so much oil[...]

  • Page 253

    What Kind of Engine Oil to Use For Vehicles With the 2.2L or 2.4L L4 Engine Look for two things: • GM6094M Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M. You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. • SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. These numbers on an [...]

  • Page 254

    Notice: Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty. GM Goodwrench ® oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. If you are in an area of [...]

  • Page 255

    Notice: If you use oils that do not have the GM4718M Standard designation, you can cause engine damage not covered by your warranty. • SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. Oils meeting t[...]

  • Page 256

    Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably. For the oil life sy[...]

  • Page 257

    After changing the engine oil, reset the system by doing the following: 1. Press and release the trip/reset button until the OIL LIFE message is displayed. 2. Then press and hold the trip/reset button until a chime sounds five times, and RESET is displayed in the message center. When the system is reset, the odometer will again be displayed in the[...]

  • Page 258

    Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Replacement See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter. 2.2L L4 Engine shown, 2.4L L4 Engine similar 2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine 5-22[...]

  • Page 259

    When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 50,000 mile (83 000 km) interval. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change. Ho[...]

  • Page 260

    5. Install the air filter element, hose, hose clamp and cover. 6. For vehicles equipped with the 2.2L L4 or 2.4L L4 engine, latch the two clips. For vehicles equipped with the 2.0L L4 supercharged engine, reinstall the three screws. { CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air clean[...]

  • Page 261

    Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self-adjusting. This system does not have its own reservoir. It receives fluid from the brake master cylinder reservoir. See Brakes on page 5-39 for more information. Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL ® engine coolant. This coolant is designe[...]

  • Page 262

    What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and one-half DEX-COOL ® coolant which will not damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you do not need to add anything else. { CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the [...]

  • Page 263

    Checking Coolant The surge tank is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. { CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank[...]

  • Page 264

    Checking Intercooler System Coolant (2.0L L4 Engine Only) Park your vehicle on a level surface and turn off the engine. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be just visible within the horizontal tube section of the fill neck. When your engine is warm, the coolant level could be as high as the FULL HOT line, or a little higher. The FU[...]

  • Page 265

    Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. If you replace your coolant surge tank pressure cap, a Saturn cap is required. Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage and a low coolant level [...]

  • Page 266

    If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning with no warning messages, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: • Climb a long hill on a hot day. • Stop after high-speed driving. • Idle for long periods in traff ic. • Tow a trailer. [...]

  • Page 267

    Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: A. Electric Engine Cooling Fan B. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap { CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fa[...]

  • Page 268

    The coolant level should be at the cold fill line. If it is not, you may have a leak at the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump, or somewhere else in the cooling system. { CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a [...]

  • Page 269

    How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you have not found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at the cold fill line, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL ® coolant at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling system, including [...]

  • Page 270

    Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. { CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot [...]

  • Page 271

    3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper DEX-COOL ® coolant mixture, to the cold fill line. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap of f, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower[...]

  • Page 272

    How to Add Coolant to the Intercooler System Fill Neck (2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine Only) If you have not found a problem yet, turn the engine off and allow it to cool down, then check to see if coolant is visible within the horizontal tube section of the fill neck. If coolant is not visible, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-C[...]

  • Page 273

    { CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. 1. You can remove the Intercooler System pressure cap when the Intercooler System, including the upper intercooler hoses, are no longer hot. Turn the press[...]

  • Page 274

    Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has suff icient protection against freezing. Adding Windshield Washer Fluid Open the cap with the [...]

  • Page 275

    Brakes Brake Fluid The hydraulic clutch and brake master cylinder use the same reservoir. The reservoir is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes dow[...]

  • Page 276

    Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid level without removing the reservoir cap by just looking at the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid level should be at or below the MAX fill mark. After work has been done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the level does not exceed the MAX fill mark on the reservoir. What to Add When you d[...]

  • Page 277

    Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes or rear disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving, except when you are pushing on the brake pedal ?[...]

  • Page 278

    Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking system — for example, when your brake linings wear down an[...]

  • Page 279

    Jump Starting If your vehicle’s battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely. { CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: • They contain acid that can burn you. • They contain gas that can explode or ignite. • [...]

  • Page 280

    Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle. 3. Turn of f the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette [...]

  • Page 281

    { CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount[...]

  • Page 282

    6. Remove the terminal cover and connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 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 conne[...]

  • Page 283

    Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal. A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part[...]

  • Page 284

    Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment. If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlamp aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low-beam headlamps may be necessary if it is diff icult to see the lane markers (for horizontal aim), or if oncoming drivers flash their high-beam head[...]

  • Page 285

    Headlamps (Coupe) To change a headlamp bulb on a coupe model, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-10 for more information. 2. Pull up on the headlamp retaining pins to remove them from the headlamp assembly. 3. Pull the headlamp assembly away from the vehicle and remove the electrical connector. 4. Raise the lock tab and [...]

  • Page 286

    Headlamps (Sedan) To change a headlamp bulb on a sedan model, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-10 for more information. 2. Pull up on the headlamp retaining pins to remove them from the headlamp assembly. 3. Pull the headlamp assembly away from the vehicle and remove the electrical connector. 4. Access the bulb by turn[...]

  • Page 287

    5. Raise the lock tab and pull the connector (A) from the base of the bulb to remove the electrical connector. 6. Remove the bulb retaining nut by turning it counterclockwise. 7. Remove the bulb and replace it with the appropriate bulb. 8. Reverse the steps to reinstall the lamp assembly. 5-51[...]

  • Page 288

    Front Turn Signal, Parking and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (Coupe) To change this bulb on a coupe model, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-10 for more information. 2. Reach behind the headlamp from inside the hood. 3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the housing. 4. Pull the bulb from the socket[...]

  • Page 289

    Front Turn Signal, Parking and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (Sedan) To change this bulb on a sedan model, do the following: 1. Follow Steps 1 through 4 to remove the headlamp assembly. See the headlamp removal for sedan under Headlamps (Coupe) on page 5-49 or Headlamps (Sedan) on page 5-50 . This bulb is located next to the high/low-beam headlamp. 2[...]

  • Page 290

    Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) To change a CHMSL bulb, do the following: 1. Remove the CHMSL cover by pulling down on the cover edges from inside the vehicle. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it. 3. Replace with the appropriate bulb. 4. Reinstall the bulb socket by turning it clockwise. 5. Replace the cover. Taillamps, Turn [...]

  • Page 291

    4. Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise. 5. Pull the bulb from the socket and replace it with the appropriate bulb. 6. Reverse the steps to reinstall the taillamp assembly. Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back-up Lamps 921 CHMSL PC-175 Front Turn Signal/ Parking Lamp/DRL 5702KA 1 Headlamps 9007 Stoplamp and Taillamps (T[...]

  • Page 292

    Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear and cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-15 . To replace the windshield [...]

  • Page 293

    Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Saturn Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle. { CAUTION: • Poorly maintained an[...]

  • Page 294

    Low-Profile Performance Tire (Red Line) If your vehicle has 215/45ZR17 size tires, they are classified as “low-profile performance” tires. These tires are designed for very responsive driving on wet or dry pavement. You may also notice more road noise with low-profile performance tires and that they tend to wear faster. Notice: If your vehi[...]

  • Page 295

    Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples below show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall. (A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service descrip[...]

  • Page 296

    (A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be driven at speeds over 65 mph (105 km/h). The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone flat. If your vehicle has a compact spare tire, see Compact Spare Tire on[...]

  • Page 297

    Tire Size The following illustration shows an example of a typical passenger vehicle tire size. (A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter P as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim Association. (B) Tire Width[...]

  • Page 298

    Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories are, automatic transmission[...]

  • Page 299

    Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for air pressure. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Load Index: An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to t[...]

  • Page 300

    Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead. Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate. Traction: The friction between the tire and the road surface. The amount of grip provided. Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road. Treadwear Indic[...]

  • Page 301

    If your tires have too much air (over-inflation), you can get the following: • Unusual wear • Poor handling • Rough ride • Needless damage from road hazards A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar, below the driver’s door latch or inside the glove box. This label lists your vehicle’s original e[...]

  • Page 302

    High Speed Operation (Red Line) { CAUTION: Driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure. You could have a crash and you or others could be killed. Some high-speed rated tires require inflation pressure adjustme[...]

  • Page 303

    If your vehicle has 215/45ZR17 size tires, they are directional tires and must roll in a certain direction for the best overall performance. The direction is shown by an arrow on the tire sidewall. Because these tires are directional, they should be rotated as shown here. These tires should only be moved from front to rear and rear to front on the [...]

  • Page 304

    When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: • You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. • You [...]

  • Page 305

    { CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes, brands, or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes, brands, or types may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the correct size, brand, [...]

  • Page 306

    Dif ferent Size Tires and Wheels If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this may affect the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover. Additionally, if your vehicle has electronic systems such as, anti-lock b[...]

  • Page 307

    Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual[...]

  • Page 308

    Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling to one s[...]

  • Page 309

    { CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for re[...]

  • Page 310

    Tire Chains { CAUTION: If your vehicle has P195/60R15, P205/55R16 or 215/45ZR17 size tires, do not use tire chains, there is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control[...]

  • Page 311

    If a Tire Goes Flat 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 slowly. But if you should ever have a blowout, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will cr[...]

  • Page 312

    Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. { CAUTION: Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people. You and they could be badly injured or even killed. Find a level place [...]

  • Page 313

    Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need is located in the trunk. Models with a 2.2L L4 or 2.4L Engine 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-11 for more information. 2. Lift the trunk liner to access the spare tire and tools. 5-77[...]

  • Page 314

    A. Cover B. Retainer C. Spare Tire D. Wing Nut E. Jack and Wheel Wrench F. Bolt 3. Remove the retainer (B) that holds down the spare tire. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-90. 4. Remove the spare tire (C) by placing your hands at the four and eight o’clock positions. Gently pull it up and out of the trunk. 5. Remove the wing nut (D) that holds th[...]

  • Page 315

    Models with a 2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-11 for more information. 2. Lift the trunk liner to access the spare tire and tools. 5-79[...]

  • Page 316

    A. Retainer B. Jack and Wheel Wrench C. Spare Tire D. Foam Support E. Bolt 3. Remove the retainer (A) that holds down the jack, wheel wrench (B) and spare tire (C). 4. Remove the spare tire by placing your hands at the four and eight o’clock positions. Gently pull it up and out of the trunk. The tools you will be using include the jack (A) and wh[...]

  • Page 317

    You will need to turn the plastic wheel nut counterclockwise to loosen the wheel wrench from the jack. Press the button and then pull on the end of the wheel wrench to extend the handle. 5-81[...]

  • Page 318

    Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. If your vehicle is equipped with plastic wheel covers, use the wheel wrench to loosen the plastic wheel nut caps. Once you have loosened the plastic wheel nut caps with the wheel wrench, you can finish loosening them with your fingers. The plastic nut caps do not come off. Using the flat en[...]

  • Page 319

    3. Position the jack lift head at the jack location nearest the flat tire. The front location is about 7 inches (17.8 cm) rearward from the front wheel opening. The rear location is about 2 inches (5.1 cm) forward of the rear wheel opening. Make sure the jack head is touching the metal jacking flange under the body. Do not place the jack under th[...]

  • Page 320

    5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit under the vehicle. 6. Remove all of the wheel nuts. 5-84[...]

  • Page 321

    { CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; [...]

  • Page 322

    10. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. { CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equip[...]

  • Page 323

    11. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown. Notice: Wheel covers will not fit on your compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare, you could damage the cover or the spare. Do not try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It will not fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you hav[...]

  • Page 324

    A. Cover B. Retainer C. Jack and Wheel Wrench D. Stow Bolt Extension E. Spare Tire F. Bolt 2.2L L4 and 2.4L Engine 5-88[...]

  • Page 325

    A. Cover B. Retainer C. Jack and Wheel Wrench D. Stow Bolt Extension E. Spare Tire F. Foam Support G. Bolt To store a flat or spare tire and tools, do the following: 1. Remove the stow bolt extension rod and sleeve from the jack. 2. Re-attach the wheel wrench to the jack. 3. Place the flat tire face down into the spare tire hub. Avoid scraping th[...]

  • Page 326

    The compact spare tire is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible. Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when the vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spa[...]

  • Page 327

    When cleaning your vehicle’s interior, only use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned. Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended. Use glass cleaner only on glass. Remove any accidental over-spray from other surfaces immediately. To prevent over-spray, apply cleaner direct[...]

  • Page 328

    Fabric/Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats. For soils, always try to remove them first with plain water or club soda. Before cleaning, gently remove as much of the soil as possi[...]

  • Page 329

    Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt. Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic surfaces. Many commercial cleaners and coatings tha[...]

  • Page 330

    Washing Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Do not wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Do not use strong soaps or chem[...]

  • Page 331

    Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper b[...]

  • Page 332

    Notice: If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes, you could damage the aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Never drive a vehicle equipped with aluminum or chrome-plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire [...]

  • Page 333

    Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, flush these materials from the under[...]

  • Page 334

    Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage Polishing Cloth Wax-Treated Interior and exterior polishing cloth. Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar, road oil and asphalt. Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome or stainless steel. White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls. Vinyl Cleaner Cleans vinyl. Glass Cle[...]

  • Page 335

    Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labe[...]

  • Page 336

    Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, have it fixed. Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power w[...]

  • Page 337

    Fuses Usage FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Relay BCM ELECT Ignition Switch, Body Control Module (BCM) BCM (PWR) Entry Control, Trunk Release DASH Instrument Panel, Dimming Switch LIGHTER Cigar Lighter PARK Headlamp Switch CLUSTER Instrument Panel Cluster Fuses Usage PWR WINDOWS Power Window Switches STOP Stoplamp (Brake) Switch HVAC Climate Control CRUISE Cru[...]

  • Page 338

    Relay Usage ALC/PARK RELAY OnStar ® , Radio, Instrument Panel Cluster, Body Control Module (Entry Control), Cigar Lighter, Headlamp Switch, License Lamp FUEL PUMP RELAY Fuel Pump ACC RELAY Power Windows, Sunroof, Radio, Wiper/Washer Switch, Accessory Power Outlet RUN RELAY Climate Control (HVAC Blower, Control Heads) Engine Compartment Fuse Block [...]

  • Page 339

    Fuses Usage 7 Not Used 8 Anti-lock Brake System, Traction Control Module 9 Engine Control Module 10 Canister Purge Solenoid, Canister Vent Solenoid, Low Coolant Switch, Oxygen Sensors 11 Electric Ignition Control Module, Charging System, Neutral Stop Back-Up Switch 12 Not Used 13 Transaxle 14 Transaxle Control Module, Neutral Stop Back-Up 15 PRNDL,[...]

  • Page 340

    Relays Usage 24 Air Conditioning Clutch 25 Horn 26 Fog Lamps 27 Air Solenoid 28 Body Control Module 29 Powertrain 30 Engine Cooling Fan 31 Engine Control Module 32 Wiper System 1 33 Wiper System 2 34 Rear Window Defogger Diodes Usage 35 § Air Conditioning Diode 36 § Not Used 37 § Wiper Diode Miscellaneous Usage 49 Fuse Puller 2.0L L4 Supercharge[...]

  • Page 341

    Fuses Usage 8 Anti-lock Brake System 9 Engine Control Module 10 Canister Purge Solenoid, Canister Vent Solenoid, Low Coolant Switch, Oxygen Sensors 11 Electric Ignition Control Module, Charging System, Neutral Safety Stop Back-Up Switch 12 Not Used 13 Engine Control Module 14 Boost 15 Back-up Switch 16 Fuel Injectors 17 Fog Lamps 18 Driver’s Side[...]

  • Page 342

    Relays Usage 24 Air Conditioning Clutch 25 Horn 26 Fog Lamps 27 After Cooler Pump 28 Starter/Crank 29 Powertrain 30 Engine Cooling Fan 1 31 Engine Control Module 32 Wiper System 1 33 Wiper System 2 34 Rear Window Defogger Diodes Usage 35 § Air Conditioning Diode 36 § Not Used 37 § Wiper Diode Miscellaneous Usage 49 Fuse Puller 2.4L LE5 Engine Fu[...]

  • Page 343

    Fuses Usage 9 Engine Control Module, Electronic Throttle Control 10 Canister Purge Solenoid, Canister Vent Solenoid, Low Coolant Switch, Oxygen Sensors 11 Electric Ignition Control Module, Charging System, Neutral Stop Back-Up Switch 12 Not Used 13 Transaxle 2 14 Transaxle Control Module, Neutral Stop Back-Up 15 PRNDL, Back-up Switch 16 Fuel Inject[...]

  • Page 344

    Relays Usage 24 Air Conditioning Clutch 25 Horn 26 Fog Lamps 27 Not Used 28 Run, Crank (IGN 1) 29 Powertrain 30 Engine Cooling Fan 31 Engine Control Module 32 Wiper System 1 33 Wiper System 2 34 Rear Window Defogger Diodes Usage 35 § Air Conditioning Diode 36 § Not Used 37 § Wiper Diode Miscellaneous Usage 49 Fuse Puller 5-108[...]

  • Page 345

    Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 for more information. Application Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a 0.9 lbs 0.41 kg Cooling System 2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine 7.4 qt 7.0 L 2.2L L4 Engine 6.8 [...]

  • Page 346

    Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap 2.0L L4 Supercharged P Manual 0.039 inches (1.0 mm) 2.2L L4 (L61) F Manual Automatic 0.042 inches (1.06 mm) 2.4L B Manual Automatic 0.042 inches (1.06 mm) 5-110[...]

  • Page 347

    Maintenance Schedule ..................................... .6-2 Introduction .................................................. .6-2 Maintenance Requirements ............................. .6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ................... .6-2 Using the Maintenance Schedule ..................... .6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...................[...]

  • Page 348

    Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage cause[...]

  • Page 349

    The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 should be performed when indicated. See Additional Required Services on page 6-6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6-8 for further information. { CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work [...]

  • Page 350

    Scheduled Maintenance When the CHG OIL message in the message center comes on, it means that service is required for your vehicle. See Change Engine Oil Message on page 3-45 . Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the engine oil life sy[...]

  • Page 351

    Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 5-15 . Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-20 . An Emission Control Service. •• Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (j). •• Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace filte[...]

  • Page 352

    Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the first maintenance service ( I or II ) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) 25,000 (40 000) 50,000 (80 000) 75,000 (120 000) 100,000 (160 000) 125,000 (200 000) 150,000 (240 000) Inspect f[...]

  • Page 353

    Additional Required Services (cont’d) Service and Miles (Kilometers) 25,000 (40 000) 50,000 (80 000) 75,000 (120 000) 100,000 (160 000) 125,000 (200 000) 150,000 (240 000) Replace engine fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. See footnote †. • Engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr[...]

  • Page 354

    Maintenance Footnotes † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services[...]

  • Page 355

    (h) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: − In heavy city traff ic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. − In hilly or mountainous terrain. − When doing frequent trailer towing. − Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery [...]

  • Page 356

    Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL ® coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 5-25 for further details. Intercooler Coolant Level Check (2.0L Supercharged Engine) Check the coolant level and add DEX-COOL ® coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 5-25 for further details. Win[...]

  • Page 357

    3. On automatic transaxle vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your Saturn retailer for service. On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL, push the clutch pedal down halfway, and try to start the engine. The [...]

  • Page 358

    Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P) Mechanism Check { CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to m[...]

  • Page 359

    Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification may be obtained from your retailer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil (2.2L and 2.4L L4 engines) Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst sym[...]

  • Page 360

    Usage Fluid/Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco ® Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid. Windshield Washer Optikleen ® Washer Solvent. Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Hydraulic Clutch System Delco ® Sup[...]

  • Page 361

    Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part Saturn Part Number ACDelco ® Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 2.2L L4 and 2.4L L4 Engines 15800986 — 2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine 15036141 A2014C Engine Oil Filter 12579143 PF456G 1 Passenger[...]

  • Page 362

    Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2 . Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on the following record pages. You should[...]

  • Page 363

    Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-17[...]

  • Page 364

    Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-18[...]

  • Page 365

    Customer Assistance and Information .............. .7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... .7-2 Online Owner Center ..................................... .7-4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ............................... .7-4 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ............... .7-5 Roadside Assistance Program .[...]

  • Page 366

    Customer Assistance and Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your retailer and to Saturn. Together we are committed to providing our customers with unparalleled service, before, during and after the purchase of a Saturn vehicle, for total customer satisfaction. We call this the Saturn Differenc[...]

  • Page 367

    If you wish to write to the Saturn Customer Assistance Center, our address is: Saturn Customer Assistance Center 100 Saturn Parkway Mail Code 371-999-S24 Spring Hill, TN 37174-1500 In Canada, write to: Saturn Customer Communication Centre General Motors of Canada Ltd. 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 When contacting Saturn, please rem[...]

  • Page 368

    You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program by using the toll-free telephone number or by writing them at the following address: BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203-1838 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehi[...]

  • Page 369

    GM Mobility Reimbursement Program This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward eligible aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle such as hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc. The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purc[...]

  • Page 370

    • Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest Saturn retailer for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Assistance provided when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow. • Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge. (The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if no[...]

  • Page 371

    Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions f[...]

  • Page 372

    Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts. Poorly performed collision repairs will diminish your vehicle’s resale value, and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions. Collis[...]

  • Page 373

    Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms. Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to your GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aft[...]

  • Page 374

    • Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone number, driver’s license number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), insurance company and policy number, and a general description of the damage to the other vehicle. • If possi[...]

  • Page 375

    If another party’s insurance company is paying for the repairs, you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company’s collision policy repair limits, as you have no contractual limits with that company. In such cases, you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stays within reasonable limi[...]

  • Page 376

    Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. U.S. customers can call the Saturn Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-553-6000, or write: Saturn Corporation 100 Saturn Parkway Mail Drop 371-999-S24 Spring Hill, TN 37174-1500 In Canada, please ca[...]

  • Page 377

    Owner Publications Information on how to obtain product bulletins and as described below is applicable only in the fifty U.S. states and the District of Columbia, and only for cars and light trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) less than 10,000 pounds (4 536 kg). Copies of individual bulletins are also at your participating Saturn reta[...]

  • Page 378

    ✍ NOTES 7-14[...]

  • Page 379

    A Accessories and Modifications ............................ 5 - 3 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ............................... 3-16 Adding Equipment to Y our Airbag-Equipped V ehicle ....................................................... 1-67 Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5 - 6 Add-On Electrical Equipment .......[...]

  • Page 380

    Audio System(s) ............................................. 3-48 Care of Y our CD Player ............................... 3-71 C a r e o f Y o u r C D s ........................................ 3-71 Fixed Mast Antenna ..................................... 3-72 Radio with CD .................................... 3-50, 3-55 Setting the T ime ........[...]

  • Page 381

    Care of Safety Belts ................................................ 5-93 Y our CD Player ........................................... 3-71 Y o u r C D s ................................................... 3-71 Center Console Storage Area ........................... 2-40 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ........... 5-54 Chains, T ire ..........[...]

  • Page 382

    Control of a V ehicle .......................................... 4 - 5 Convenience Net ............................................ 2-41 Coolant Engine T emperature Gage ............................ 3-36 Surge T ank Pressure Cap ............................. 5-29 Cooling System .............................................. 5-31 Cruise Control ....[...]

  • Page 383

    E Electrical System Add-On Equipment ...................................... 5-99 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ................. 5-102 Floor Console Fuse Block ........................... 5-100 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......................... 5-100 Power Windows and Other Power Options ....... 5-100 Windshield Wiper Fuses ......................[...]

  • Page 384

    Fuel (cont.) Gasoline Specifications .................................. 5 - 5 Low W arning Message ................................. 3-46 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block ................. 5-102 Floor Console Fuse Block ........................... 5-100 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......................... 5-100 Windshield Wiper ................[...]

  • Page 385

    I Ignition Positions ............................................. 2-18 Infants and Y oung Children, Restraints ............... 1-34 Inflation - T ire Pressure ................................... 5-64 Instrument Panel Overview ..................................................... 3 - 4 Instrument Panel (I/P) Brightness ............................[...]

  • Page 386

    Lighting Entry ......................................................... 3-16 Limited-Slip Differential .................................... 4-10 Loading Y our V ehicle ....................................... 4-31 Lockout Protection .......................................... 2-10 Locks Delayed Locking ........................................... 2 -[...]

  • Page 387

    Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass and T emperature Display ............................ 2-35 Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar ® , Compass and T emperature Display .............. 2-32 Manual Rearview Mirror ................................ 2-32 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar ® ............. 2-32 Outside Convex Mirror ......[...]

  • Page 388

    Power Accessory Outlet(s) ...................................... 3-16 Door Locks .................................................. 2 - 8 Electrical System ....................................... 5-100 Reduced Engine Light .................................. 3-41 Retained Accessory (RAP) ............................ 2-20 Steering Message ...........[...]

  • Page 389

    Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................... 2-20 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ...... 1-24 Roadside Assistance Program ....................................... 7 - 5 Rocking Y our V ehicle to Get it Out .................... 4-31 Roof Rack System .......................................... 2-40 Running the Engine While Parked [...]

  • Page 390

    Shifting Out of Park (P) ................................... 2-29 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ........................... 1-23 Signals, T urn and Lane-Change .......................... 3 - 8 Spare T ire Compact .................................................... 5-90 Installing .................................................... 5-82 Removing .[...]

  • Page 391

    Tires (cont.) Wheel Alignment and T ire Balance ................. 5-72 Wheel Replacement ..................................... 5-72 When It Is T ime for New Tires ...................... 5-68 T owing Recreational V ehicle ..................................... 4-36 T owing a Trailer .......................................... 4-39 Y our V ehicle .....[...]

  • Page 392

    W W arning Lights, Gages and Indicators ................ 3-25 W arnings Hazard W arning Flashers ............................... 3 - 6 Other W arning Devices .................................. 3 - 6 Safety and Symbols ......................................... i i i V ehicle Damage .............................................. i v Wheels Alignment [...]