Saturn 2005 Relay Spezifikationen

Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-2Rear Seats...

Press this button once toturn on the frontpassenger’s heated seat tothe high setting.Both indicator lights to the left of the symbol will be lit toind

Sliding Door Lock{CAUTION:If your vehicle is facing downward on a steepgrade (15 percent or more), the door may notstay open and could slam shut, poss

Lock either sliding door from inside the vehicle bymoving the manual lever down. Unlock it by moving thelever up.With the power door locks, the slidin

If your vehicle has power sliding door(s), you canprevent power opening of the sliding door from thepassenger power sliding door (psd) activation swit

Power Sliding Door (PSD) SwitchesYour vehicle will have one of the following switch(es)located on the overhead console switchbank.If your vehicle has

Power Sliding Door OperationThe power sliding door(s) will only open if the transaxleis in PARK (P). The transaxle does not have to be inPARK (P) to c

Notice: If you leave the power sliding door onwhen you go through an automatic car wash, thedoor may accidentally open. Be sure the powersliding door

{CAUTION:You or others could be injured if caught in thepath of the sliding door. Make sure the doorpath is clear before closing the door.{CAUTION:If

To stop the door(s) immediately while the door(s) isopening or closing, press the PSD override(deactivation) part of the switch.Pressing the PSD butto

Notice: If you open the liftgate without checking foroverhead obstructions such as a garage door,you could break the liftgate glass. Always check toma

Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in avehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by the extreme heatan

But do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicleis moving.{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. E

Power WindowsThe switches on thedriver’s door armrestcontrol the front windowswhen the ignition is inRUN, ACCESSORYor when RetainedAccessory Power (RA

Power Rear Quarter WindowsYour vehicle may have power rear quarter windows.This switch, located in theoverhead consoleswitchbank, is used foropening a

Content Theft-DeterrentYour vehicle may have a theft-deterrent alarm system.A light located on top of your instrument panel, near thecenter of the veh

Arming with Your KeyYour alarm system will arm when you use your key tolock the driver’s door. The security light will flash tolet you know the system

PASS-Key®IIIYour PASS-Key®III system operates on a radiofrequency subject to Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.Thi

If the engine does not start and the security messagecomes on, the key may have a damaged transponder.Turn the ignition off and try again.If the engin

Starting and Operating YourVehicleNew Vehicle Break-InNotice: Your vehicle does not need an elaboratebreak-in. But it will perform better in the long

B (ACCESSORY): This is the position in which you canoperate the electrical accessories, such as the radio.C (RUN): This is the position to which the s

3. If your engine still will not start, or starts but thenstops, it could be flooded with too much gasoline.Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the

{CAUTION:Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outletcould cause an electrical shock. Also, thewrong kind of extension cord could overheatand cause a fi

Head RestraintsAdjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraintis closest to the top of your head. This positionreduces the chance of a nec

If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure onthe shift lever — push the shift lever all the wayinto PARK (P) as you maintain brake application

Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)while the engine is running at high speed maydamage the transaxle. The repairs would not becovered by y

SECOND (2): This position gives you more power butlower fuel economy than THIRD (3). You can useSECOND (2) on hills. It can help control the vehicless

Parking BrakeThe parking brake islocated under theinstrument panel on thedriver’s side of the vehicle.To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake

Shifting Into Park (P){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicleif the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) withthe parking brake firmly s

Torque LockIf you are parking on a hill and you do not shift yourvehicle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehiclemay put too much force on th

Engine Exhaust{CAUTION:Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gascarbon monoxide (CO), which you cannotsee or smell. It can cause unconsciousnessand

{CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicleif the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) withthe parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle canro

Outside Power MirrorsThe controls, located onthe driver’s door, operateboth outside rearviewmirrors.Push the top control to the left or right to choos

OnStar®SystemOnStar®uses global positioning system (GPS) satellitetechnology, wireless communications, and call centersto provide you with a wide rang

Flip and Fold Feature (Bucket Seats)The rear seats in your vehicle can be folded forward.Use this feature for exiting and entering third row seats.1.

OnStar®Personal CallingAs an OnStar®subscriber, the Personal Callingcapability is an available hands-free wireless phone thatis integrated into the ve

If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink®transmitter, it complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditi

Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garagedoor or gate operator you are programming. Whenprogramming a garage door, it is advised to park

7. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Smart”button. The name and color of the button mayvary by manufacturer.You will have 30 seconds to start S

Using HomeLink®Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink®button for atleast half of a second. The indicator light will comeon while the signal is being

Storage AreasYour vehicle’s large carrying capacity can store manyitems. If the vehicle has an extended wheelbase, it cancarry even larger items. The

Storage BinYour vehicle may have a storage bin located on theoverhead rail that you can use for storage.1. Place the storage bin on to the rails in th

Overhead Console (Without Rail)If your vehicle has an overhead console without the railsystem, it has two reading lights, a courtesy light,and a switc

Second Row Center ConsoleIf your vehicle has the second row center console, usethe following procedure to remove or install theconsole.Removing the Ce

Luggage Carrier{CAUTION:If you try to carry something on top of yourvehicle that is longer or wider than the luggagecarrier — like paneling, plywood,

Bucket SeatsIf your vehicle has the bucket seats, the seatbacks canbe folded down or reclined. The seats can also beadjusted forward or rearward, or r

Convenience Net (without HideawayRear Storage Bins)Your vehicle may have a convenience net. Theconvenience net is designed to help keep small loads,li

Removing the Hideaway RearStorage Bins1. Make sure that all items are off the hideaway rearstorage bins and that they are empty.2. Turn the hand knob,

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Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6Other Warning Devices ...

Oil Pressure Light ...3-40Security Light ...3-41Cruise Control Light

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Instrument Panel Overview3-4

The main components of the instrument panel are the following:A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-27.B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. S

Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your frontand rear turn signal la

Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverThe lever on the left side of the steering columnincludes the following:• G Turn and Lane Change Signals. See Turn andL

Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks{CAUTION:If the seatback is not locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to th

Turn and Lane-Change SignalsThe turn signal has two upward (for right) and twodownward (for left) positions. These positions allow youto signal a turn

Flash-to-PassWhen the headlamps are off, pull the lever toward youto momentarily turn on the high beams. This willsignal that you are going to pass. W

Rear Window Washer/WiperThe controls for the rearwindow washer/wiper arelocated on the end ofthe turn signal/multifunctionlever.9 (Off): Move the leve

Q RES + (Resume/Accelerate): Push the lever up toresume the cruise control speed, or to acceleratewhen passing another vehicle.J (CRUISE CONTROL) ON/O

This symbol will appear onthe instrument panelcluster when the cruisecontrol is set.This symbol will disappear when the brakes are appliedor the cruis

Reducing Speed While Using CruiseControlThere are two ways to reduce the vehicle’s speed whileusing cruise control:• Push the cruise control lever dow

Exterior LampsThe control to the left ofthe steering columnoperates the exteriorlamps.9 (Off): Turn the control to this position to toggle offall lamp

If the wipers are activated for over 30 seconds and theexterior lamp control is in the parking lamps position,or the automatic lighting feature has be

Instrument Panel BrightnessThe knob to adjust theinstrument panelbrightness is located in thecenter of the interiorlamp controls.Turn the knob clockwi

Dome LampThe dome lamp is located in the headliner and has twobuttons to manually turn it on or off. The dome lampwill come on each time you open a do

To raise a seatback, pull the nylon strap or lift therecliner lever while raising the seatback until it locksupright. Push and pull on the seatback to

Exit LightingWith exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on forabout 25 seconds whenever you remove the key fromthe ignition. If you turn the ign

Cargo LampThe cargo lamp is located in the rear of your vehicle,above the liftgate opening, and does not have a switch.The cargo lamp will come on eac

Ultrasonic Rear ParkingAssist (URPA)If your vehicle is equipped with the Ultrasonic RearParking Assist (URPA) system, it is designed to help youpark,

URPA can be turned off bypressing the rear park aiddisable switch locatedin the overhead consoleswitchbank. While thesystem is disabled,an indicator l

When the System Does Not Seem to WorkProperlyThe light may flash red when the vehicle is inREVERSE (R) if the ultrasonic sensors are not keptclean. So

Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to yourvehicle may damage it or keep other componentsfrom working as they should. The repairs would notbe cove

Climate ControlsClimate Control SystemWith this system you can control the heating, coolingand ventilation for your vehicle.OperationTurn the right kn

Outside Air: This mode will be automatically selectedwhen your vehicle is in any mode except maximumair conditioning.9 (Fan): Turn the left knob clock

Defogging and DefrostingFog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity,or moisture, condensing on the cool window glass.This can be minimiz

Outlet Adjustmentk (Open): Turn the thumbwheel to this position toopen the air outlets.l (Closed): Turn the thumbwheel to this position toclose the ai

You can also lift the lever on the side of the seat torelease the rear latches from the floor pins.Do not let go of the strap or lever until the seat i

Your vehicle may also have a rear climate controlsystem that allows the rear passengers to adjust thetemperature and fan speed for the rear seating ar

Rear Air OutletsThe outlet behind the left rear seat is the cold air returnoutlet. Be sure to keep it free from obstructions.Also, keep the area aroun

Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know howfast you’re

Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in bothmiles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).Your odometer shows how fa

Passenger Safety Belt ReminderLightSeveral seconds after the key is turned to RUN orSTART, a chime will be provided for several seconds toremind the f

{CAUTION:If the airbag readiness light stays on after youstart your vehicle, it means the airbag systemmay not be working properly. The airbags inyour

Then, after several more seconds, the status indicatorwill light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbolto let you know the status of the rig

Charging System LightThe charging system lightwill come on briefly whenyou turn on the ignition,but the engine is notrunning, as a check toshow you it

If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off theroad and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal isharder to push. Or, the pedal may go

Traction Control System (TCS)Warning LightYour vehicle is equippedwith a traction controlsystem warning light.The traction control system warning ligh

Replacing the Bucket Seats{CAUTION:If the seatback is not locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to the person

Malfunction Indicator LampCheck Engine LightYour vehicle is equippedwith a computer whichmonitors operation of thefuel, ignition, and emissioncontrol

If the Light Is FlashingThe following may prevent more serious damage toyour vehicle:• Reducing vehicle speed• Avoiding hard accelerations• Avoiding s

Emissions Inspection and MaintenanceProgramsSome state/provincial and local governments have ormay begin programs to inspect the emission controlequip

{CAUTION:Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. Ifyou do, your engine can become so hot that itcatches fire. You or others could be burned.Che

Fuel GageWhen the indicator nears empty, you still have a littlefuel left, but you should get more soon.Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel y

Driver Information Center (DIC)Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC).All messages will appear in the DIC display located inthe instrument

DIC ButtonsQ4R (Information): Press this button to display theodometer, trip distance, time elapsed, average speed,fuel economy, battery voltage, oil

There is also a retroactive trip odometer function thatperforms the following for each trip odometer:• If the vehicle’s speed has exceeded 3 mph (5 km

This is because different driving conditions producedifferent fuel economies. Generally, freeway drivingproduces better fuel economy than city driving

Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE yourself aftereach oil change. It will not reset itself. Also, becareful not to reset the OIL LIFE accidentally

Make sure the seats are in the full rear position beforebeginning this procedure.1. With the seat folded, squeeze the angled bartoward the straight cr

Compass Zone (Uplevel Only)Press the menu button until COMPASS ZONE displays.Press the set/reset button to change the compasszone. Zones 1 through 15

6. Drive the vehicle slowly in a circle two times toactivate the compass.When the calibration is complete, the DIC willdisplay CALIBRATION FINISHED.7.

ALL WHEEL DRIVE DISABLEDIf your vehicle has the all-wheel drive system, thismessage will display when there is a spare tire on thevehicle, or when the

CHARGING SYSTEM FAILUREThis message will display when there is a problem withthe generator and battery charging systems. Drivingwith this problem coul

DRIVER’S DOOR AJARThis message will display when the driver’s door is notclosed properly. When this message appears, youshould make sure that the driv

ENGINE COOLANT HOTNotice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine isoverheating, severe engine damage may occur. Ifan overheat warning appears on t

HOOD AJARIf your vehicle has the remote start feature, thismessage will display when the hood is not closedproperly. When this message appears, you sh

LEFT FRONT TURN LAMP OUTThis message will display when the left front turn signalbulb needs to be replaced. See Headlamps andSidemarker Lamps on page

LOW BRAKE FLUIDThis message will display when the brake fluid level islow. Fill the brake master cylinder to the properlevel. See Engine Compartment Ov

This message cannot be acknowledged and clearedfrom the screen. This message will re-display for a fewseconds if the condition still exists when the e

SATURN and the SATURN Emblem are registeredtrademarks of Saturn Corporation and the name RELAYis a trademark of Saturn Corporation. GENERALMOTORS and

Captain ChairsIf your vehicle has captain’s chairs, the chairs andseatbacks can be adjusted forward or rearward.Adjusting the Captain’s Chairs(Second

PASSENGER’S REAR DOOR AJARThis message will display when the passenger’s siderear door is not closed properly. When this messageappears, you should ma

REDUCED POWER STOP WHEN SAFEThis message will display when your vehicle is in anoverheated engine operating mode. This operating modeallows your vehic

REMOTE START ONIf your vehicle has the remote start feature, thismessage will display when a remote start is initiated.See “Remote Vehicle Start” unde

SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEMThis message will display when a problem with thebrake system has been detected. Have your vehicleserviced by your retailer as soo

This message will continue to display for two seconds ifit has not been acknowledged when the engine isturned off. It will also re-display for two sec

STABILITY CONTROL OFFIf your vehicle has StabiliTrak®, this message willdisplay any time the system turns off. When thismessage has been displayed, St

TRANSMISSION FLUID HOTThis message will display when the transaxle fluid inyour vehicle is too hot. Stop the vehicle and allow it toidle until it cools

All of the customization and personalization options maynot be available on your vehicle. Only the optionsavailable will be displayed on your DIC.The

YES: The customization and personalization featureswill be set to their factory default settings.If YES is selected, the keys will need to be personal

INT (Interior) LIGHTS KEYS REMOVEDThis feature enables the interior lamps in the vehicle toturn on for about 25 seconds after the key is removedfrom t

To recline the seatback, lift up on the recliner lever,located on the outboard side of the seat. Use the reclinerlever to move the seatback to the des

Press the menu button until DELAYED LOCKINGappears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset buttonto scroll through the following choices:OFF: There wi

LIGHTS and HORN (default): The exterior lamps willflash when you press the lock button on the remotekeyless entry transmitter, and the horn will sound

Press the menu button until PERSONALIZE KEYappears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset buttonto scroll through the following choices:NO (default):

ALL (default): All of the doors will unlock when thevehicle is shifted into PARK (P) or the key is taken outof the ignition.Choose one of the availabl

Exiting the Personal Program MenuThe personal program menu will be exited when any ofthe following occurs:• The vehicle is shifted out of PARK (P).• T

Radio with CDYour vehicle has seven Bose®amplified speakers.See your retailer for details.Radio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data Syst

XM™ Satellite Radio ServiceIf your vehicle has XM™, XM™ is a satellite radioservice that is based in the 48 contiguous United States.XM™ offers 100 co

To use AudioPilot®, set the radio volume to yourdesired level. Turn AudioPilot®on by pressing theautomatic volume button until AVOL ON appears on thed

5. Press and hold one of the six numberedpushbuttons until you hear a beep. Whenever thatnumbered pushbutton is pressed, the stationthat was set will

Finding a Category Station(RDS and XM™)To select and find a desired category perform thefollowing:1. Press the CAT button. The last selected categorywi

2. The seat can then be lifted off the front floor pinsand removed from the vehicle.Replacing the Captain’s Chairs{CAUTION:If the seatback is not locke

RDS MessagesALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies.When an alert announcement comes on the currentradio station, ALERT! will appear on t

Radio MessagesCAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system hasbeen calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. IfCAL ERR appears on the display, it

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredCH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service. Tu

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredRadio ID Radio ID label(channel 0)If tuned to channel 0, this message will alt

Notice: If you add paper labels to a CD, insert morethan one CD into the slot at a time, or attempt toplay scratched or damaged CDs, you could damaget

Playing a CD(s) (Six-Disc CD Player)If the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD inthe player, it will stay in the player. When the ignition orra

To load more than one CD but less than six, completeSteps 1 through 3. When finished loading CDs,press the load button to cancel the loading function.T

RDM (Random): Press this button to hear the tracks inrandom, rather than sequential order, on one CD orall of the loaded CDs.To use random, do one of

AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press AUTO EQto select the equalization setting while playing a CD.The equalization will be stored whenever a CD is

No FolderWhen the CD contains only compressed files, the fileswill be located under the root folder. The next andprevious folder functions will have no

{CAUTION:A safety belt that is improperly routed, notproperly attached, or twisted will not providethe protection needed in a crash. The personwearing

Playing an MP3Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in, and READING will appear onthe display. The CD should begin

RDM (Random): Press this button to hear the tracks inrandom, rather than sequential order, on one CD,one folder, or all of the loaded CDs.To use rando

Using R (Song List) Mode (Single CD,MP3, and Six-Disc CD)This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections.To save tracks into the song list featu

If a CD is ejected, and the song list contains savedtracks from that CD, those tracks are automaticallydeleted from the song list. Any tracks saved to

Parental Controlrj(Parental Control): This button is located behindthe video screen, below the auxiliary jacks. Press thisbutton while using RSA, or w

HeadphonesWireless HeadphonesThe RSE system may include two sets of wirelessheadphones (batteries are not included).The wireless headphones have an ON

Wired HeadphonesThere is a right and left wired headphone jack. Toadjust the volume, do the following:1. Plug the headphone into the corresponding jac

To use the auxiliary audio and video inputs, connect anexternal auxiliary device such as a camcorder to theRCA jacks and turn on both the auxiliary de

Video ScreenThe video screen is located in the overhead console.To use the video screen, do the following:1. Push forward on the release button and th

DVD Player ButtonscY (Stop/Eject): Press and release this button tostop playing, rewinding, or fast forwarding.Press this button twice to eject a disc

2. Push the rear of the seat down to lock the rearlatches onto the rear set of floor pins.3. Push and pull on the seat to be sure it is properlyattache

Playing a DiscTo play a disc, gently insert the disc, with the label sideup, into the loading slot. The DVD player will continueloading the disc and t

Remote Control ButtonsO (Power): Press this button to turn the DVD playeron and off.P (Backlight): Press this button to turn the remotecontrol backlig

s (Play/Pause): Press this button to start play of adisc. Press this button while a disc is playing topause it. Press it again to continue playing the

RSE On-Screen Display (OSD) MenuTo use the RSE OSD menu when using a DVD or anauxiliary device, do the following:To access this menu, press the displa

Tips and Troubleshooting ChartProblem Recommended ActionNo power. The ignition may not bein ACCESSORY, RUN,or RAP.Disc will not play. The system might

Problem Recommended ActionThe language in the audioor on the screen is wrong.Press the main menubutton on the remotecontrol and change theaudio or lan

Problem Recommended ActionMy disc is stuck in theplayer. The eject buttondoes not work.Press the eject button onthe DVD player. Turn theignition off,

DVD MessagesThe following errors may be displayed on the videoscreen.Disc Format Error: This message will be displayed if adisc is inserted upside dow

Rear Seat Audio (RSA)If your vehicle has rear seat audio (RSA), this featureallows rear seat passengers to listen to and control anyof the following a

tr / [ u (Tune): When listening to the radio,press the right or the left arrow to go to the next orthe previous station and stay there. This functioni

Returning the Seatback to an UprightPosition{CAUTION:If the seatback is not locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause in

rj (Parental Control): This button is located behindthe video screen, below the auxiliary jacks. Press thisbutton while using RSA, or when a DVD or CD

Theft-Deterrent FeatureTHEFTLOCK®is designed to discourage theft of yourvehicle’s radio. The feature works automatically bylearning a portion of the V

When a CD is playing, press either arrow to go to theprevious or next track, if more than eight seconds haveplayed. If either arrow is held or pressed

Care of Your CDs and DVDsHandle discs carefully. Store them in their original casesor other protective cases and away from direct sunlightand dust. If

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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2Defensive Driving ...4-2Drunken Driving ...

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drivedefensively.Please start with a very im

Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adultpopulation — choose never to drink alcohol, so theynever drive after drinking. For persons under

There is a gender difference, too. Women generallyhave a lower relative percentage of body waterthan men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this

{CAUTION:Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness,and judgment can be affected by even asmall amount of al

4. From behind the seat, squeeze the release handleuntil the pin indicators are fully out. This indicatesthat the rear latches are released from the fl

Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive inspurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavybraking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This i

Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely.Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slamon the brakes and continue braking. Here

Using Anti-LockDo not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedaldown firmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may feela slight brake pedal pulsation

The traction control system automatically comes onwhenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheelspin, especially in slippery road conditions, you sho

StabiliTrak®activates when the computer senses thatyour vehicle is just starting to spin, as it might if you hit apatch of ice or other slippery spot

The traction control system may activate on dry orrough roads or under conditions such as heavyacceleration while turning or abrupt upshifts/downshift

SteeringPower SteeringIf you lose power steering assist because the enginestops or the system is not functioning, you can steer butit will take much m

Steering in EmergenciesThere are times when steering can be more effectivethan braking. For example, you come over a hill and finda truck stopped in yo

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have dropped offthe edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’redriving.If the level of the shoul

• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want topass while you are awaiting an opportunity. Forone thing, following too closely reduces your areaof v

Do not put the third row seat in so it faces rearwardbecause it will not latch that way. The seat has to go inbefore the hideaway rear storage bins. S

SkiddingIn a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonablecare suited to existing conditions,

Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving.One reason is that some drivers are likely to beimpaired — by alcohol or drugs, with

You can be temporarily blinded by approachingheadlamps. It can take a second or two, or even severalseconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. W

The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if yourwindshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavyrain can make it harder to see road signs

Driving Through Deep Standing WaterNotice: If you drive too quickly through deeppuddles or standing water, water can come inthrough your engine’s air

City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are do

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways — also called thruways,parkways, expressways, turnpikes, orsuperhighways — are the safest of all roads.But they

Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, notto your sense of motion. After driving for any distanceat higher speeds, you may tend to think you

Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis?Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call ithighway hypnosis, lack

If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you areplanning to visit there, here are some tips that can makeyour trips safer and more enjoyable.• K

Safety BeltsSafety Belts: They Are for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safetybelts properly. It also tells you some things you sh

Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:• Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.• You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyou

What is the worst time for this? Wet ice. Very cold snowor ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet icecan be even more trouble because it may o

Even though you have ABS, you will want to beginstopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. SeeAnti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on page 4-6.• Allow gr

{CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbonmonoxide) gas to get inside. CO couldovercome you and kill you

If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand,Mud, Ice or SnowIn order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you willneed to spin the wheels, but you do not want

Loading Your VehicleIt is very important to know how much weight yourvehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehiclecapacity weight and includes

The Tire and Loading Information label also shows thesize of the original equipment tires (C) and therecommended cold tire inflation pressures (D). For

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 1 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 150 lbs(68 kg) × 2 =300 lbs (136 kg)CAvailable

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 3 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 200 lbs(91 kg) × 5 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)CAvailab

The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximumweights for the front and rear axles, called the GrossAxle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the

In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the lawsays to wear safety belts. Here is why: They work.You never know if you will be in a crash. If yo

TowingTowing Your VehicleConsult your retailer or a professional towing service ifyou need to have your disabled vehicle towed. SeeRoadside Assistance

Dinghy TowingYour vehicle was not designed to be towed with all of itswheels on the ground. If you have a two-wheel-drivevehicle, it can be towed with

Towing a Trailer{CAUTION:If you do not use the correct equipment anddrive properly, you can lose control when youpull a trailer. For example, if the t

If You Do Decide To Pull A TrailerIf you do, here are some important points:• There are many different laws, including speed limitrestrictions, having

Vehicle Axle RatioMaximum TrailerWeight*GCWRTwo-Wheel-Drive (Short Wheel Base) 3.29 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 7,000 lbs (3 175 kg)Two-Wheel-Drive (Long Wheel

Weight of the Trailer TongueThe tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weightto measure because it affects the total or gross weightof your ve

Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s TiresBe sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limitfor cold tires. You will find these numbers on theCertifi

Driving with a Trailer{CAUTION:If you have a rear-most window open and youpull a trailer with your vehicle, carbonmonoxide (CO) could come into your v

Following DistanceStay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead asyou would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.This can help you avoid

Driving on GradesReduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you startdown a long or steep downgrade. If you do not shiftdown, you might have to use

Safety Warnings and SymbolsThere are a number of safety cautions in this book. Weuse a box and the word CAUTION to tell about thingsthat could hurt yo

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoes not stop.1-24

When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you do the following:• Start your engine.•

Service ...5-3Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4Adding Equipment to the

Tire Chains ...5-65Accessory Inflator ...5-66If a Tire Goes Flat .

ServiceYour Saturn retailer knows your vehicle best and wantsyou to be happy with it. We hope you will go to yourretailer for all your service needs.

Doing Your Own Service WorkIf you want to do some of your own service work, youwill want to use the proper service manual. It tellsyou much more about

Adding Equipment to the Outside ofYour VehicleThings you might add to the outside of your vehicle canaffect the airflow around it. This may cause windn

California FuelIf your vehicle is certified to meet California EmissionStandards, it is designed to operate on fuels thatmeet California specifications.

Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel thatcontains methanol. Do not use fuel containingmethanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuelsyste

Filling the Tank{CAUTION:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire cancause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries toyou and others, read and follow all

{CAUTION:If you spill fuel and then something ignites it,you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray outon you if you open the fuel cap too quickly.This

The person keeps going until stopped by something. Ina real vehicle, it could be the windshield...or the instrument panel...1-25

Filling a Portable Fuel Container{CAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity discharge fromthe contain

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following:1. Pull the hood releasehandle with thissymbol on it. It islocated underthe instrument panelon the driv

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood, here is what you will see:5-12

A. Underhood Fuse Block. See Underhood Fuse Blockon page 5-100.B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting onpage 5-40.C. Windshield Washer Flu

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip ofthe dipstick, you will need to add at least one quart/literof oil. But y

What Kind of Engine Oil to UseLook for two things:• GM6094MYour vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GMStandard GM6094M. You should look for and useo

Notice: Use only engine oil identified as meetingGM Standard GM6094M and showing the AmericanPetroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Enginesstarburst

How to Reset the Engine Oil LifeSystemThe Engine Oil Life System calculates when to changeyour engine oil and filter based on vehicle use.Anytime your

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterSee Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 forthe location of the engine air cleaner/filter.When to Inspect the Engine AirCl

{CAUTION:Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filteroff can cause you or others to be burned.The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helpsto s

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 bon

How to Check Automatic TransaxleFluidBecause this operation can be a little difficult, you maychoose to have this done at your retailer’s servicedepar

Checking the Fluid LevelPrepare your vehicle as follows:1. Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the enginerunning.2. With the parking brake applie

How to Add Automatic Transaxle FluidRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determinewhat kind of transaxle fluid to use. See RecommendedFluids and Lubric

What Engine Coolant to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half DEX-COOL®coolant which will not damagealuminum parts. If you us

Checking CoolantThe coolant recovery tankis located on the driver’sside of the vehicle,above the engine aircleaner/filter. See EngineCompartment Overvi

{CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,and it will burn if the engine parts are hotenoug

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine{CAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood. Stayaway from the engin

If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam,try this for a minute or so:1. If your air conditioner is on, turn it off.2. Turn on your heater

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is whatyou will see:A. Radiator Pressure CapB. Electric Engine Cooling FansC. Coolant

{CAUTION:Heater and radiator hoses, and other engineparts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. Ifyou do, you can be burned.Do not run the engine if th

Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far fromhome, why should I wear safety belts?A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in anaccide

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantRecovery TankIf you have not found a problem yet, but the coolantlevel is not at or above the full cold mark, add a50

If the overheat warning continues, there is one morething you can try. You can add the proper coolantmixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the

{CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycoland it will burn if the engine parts are hotenough

6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel theupper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for theengine cooling fans.7. By this time, the co

Power Steering FluidSee Engine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12 forreservoir location.When to Check Power Steering FluidIt is not necessary to regular

Windshield Washer FluidWhat Washer Fluid to UseWhen you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to readthe manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you

BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinderreservoir is filled withDOT-3 brake fluid. SeeEngine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12 forthe location of ther

What to AddWhen you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brakefluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed containeronly. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricant

Brake WearYour vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that makea high-pitched warning sound when the brake p

Replacing Brake System PartsThe braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its manyparts have to be of top quality and work well together ifthe vehicle i

Driver PositionLap-Shoulder BeltThe driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to wearit properly.1. Close and lock the door.2. Adjust the seat so yo

Jump StartingIf your vehicle’s battery has run down, you may want touse another vehicle and some jumper cables to startyour vehicle. Be sure to use th

Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessorieson during the jump starting procedure, they couldbe damaged. The repairs would not be coveredby yo

{CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can cause batterygas to explode. People have been hurt doingthis, and some have been blinded. Use aflashlight if

7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect itto the positive (+) terminal of the good battery.Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicleh

Notice: If the jumper cables are connected orremoved in the wrong order, electrical shorting mayoccur and damage the vehicle. The repairs wouldnot be

All-Wheel DriveIf you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure toperform the lubricant checks described in this section.All-wheel-drive vehicles have

Carrier Assembly-Differential(Rear Drive Module)When to Check and Change LubricantRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine howoften to check the

Bulb ReplacementFor the type of bulb to use, see Replacement Bulbs onpage 5-50.For any bulb changing procedure not listed in thissection, contact your

To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-11for more information.2. Remove the headlamp retainer pi

Front Turn Signal, Parking andDaytime Running Lamps (DRL)To replace one of these bulbs (A), do the following:1. Follow the Steps 1 through 4 to remove

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, thisapplies force to the strong pelvic bones. A

A. Stoplamp/TaillampB. Turn Signal LampC. Back-up Lamp Bulb5. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove.6. Replace the bulb by pulling the old b

Windshield Wiper BladeReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected for wearand cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4for more infor

TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and where t

Tire Sidewall LabellingUseful information about a tire is molded into itssidewall. The examples below show a typical passengervehicle tire and a compa

(A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire ortemporary use tire has a tread life of approximately3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be drivenat

Tire SizeThe following illustration shows an example of a typicalpassenger vehicle tire size.(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion o

Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is locatedbetween the plies and the tread. Cords may be madefrom steel or other reinforcing materials.Bead:

Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions.Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of anasymmetrical tire that has a particular side that facesoutw

Inflation - Tire PressureTires need the correct amount of air pressure to operateeffectively.Notice: Do not let anyone tell you thatunder-inflation or o

How to CheckUse a good quality pocket-type gage to check tirepressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properlyinflated simply by looking at them. Ra

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearlyas much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

Do not include the compact spare tire in your tirerotation.After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front andrear inflation pressures as shown on

Buying New TiresTo find out what kind and size of tires you need, look atthe Certification/Tire label or the Tire and LoadingInformation label. See Load

Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality grades can be found where applicable on thetire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximumsection width. For exam

Temperature – A, B, CThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generationof heat and its ability

Wheel ReplacementReplace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rustedor corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, thewheel, wheel bolts and wheel

Used Replacement Wheels{CAUTION:Putting a used wheel on your vehicle isdangerous. You cannot know how it has beenused or how far it has been driven. I

Accessory InflatorYour vehicle may have an accessory inflator. With it,you can inflate things like air mattresses andbasketballs, and you can also use it

To use your accessory inflator system, do the following:1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN.2. Attach the appropriate nozzle adapter, if required,

If a Tire Goes FlatIt is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving,especially if you maintain your tires properly. If airgoes out of a tire,

Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your vehicle’shazard warning fla

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place l

Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe tools you will need are located in the storagecompartment at the rear of the vehicle, on thepassenger’s side.To r

4. Remove the jack (A) and jacking tools (E) byloosening and then removing the wing nut (D)and bracket (C).5. Separate the plastic pouch from the jack

3. Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable to removethe compact spare tire, so it can be pulled upthrough the wheel opening.If your vehicle is an AW

Removing the Flat Tire andInstalling the Spare TireIf the wheel has a center cap, use the handle of thefolding wrench to pry it off. Then, with the ot

Notice: If your vehicle has wheel locks and youuse an impact wrench to remove the wheel nuts, youcould damage the lock nut or wheel lock key. Donot us

{CAUTION:Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up isdangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack youcould be badly injured or killed. Never getund

6. Raise the vehicle by turning the folding wrenchclockwise in the jack. Raise the vehicle farenough off the ground so there is enough roomfor the com

8. Remove any rust or dirtfrom the wheel bolts,mounting surfacesand spare wheel.{CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. Ifyou do, the nuts

10. Lower the vehicle by attaching the folding wheelwrench to the jack and turning the wrenchcounterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.{CAUTION:Inco

Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can leadto brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoidexpensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheelnuts in

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is over an armrest.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt goesover an armrest like this. The belt w

Secondary Latch SystemYour vehicle may have an underbody-mounted tire hoistassembly equipped with a secondary latch system. Itis designed to stop a ti

To release the spare tire from the secondary latch, dothe following:1. Place the jack under the vehicle, ahead of the rearbumper. Position the center

Storing a Flat or Spare Tireand Tools{CAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause injury.

To store the spare tire, do the following:1. Lay the tire near the rear of the vehicle with thevalve stem down.2. Remove the small center cap by tappi

Storing the Flat Tire on aFront-Wheel-Drive VehicleThe flat tire is stored the same as the spare tire forfront-wheel-drive vehicles. Refer to “Storing

5. Hook the cable ontothe outside portion ofthe liftgate hinges.6. Pull on the cable to make sure it is secure.7. Make sure the metaltube is centered

Storing the ToolsA. StrapB. Bag and ToolsC. JackPut back all tools as they were stored in the jackstorage compartment and put the compartment coverbac

Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflated whenthe vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.Check the inflation pressure

Do not use any of these products unless this manualsays you can. In many uses, these will damagethe vehicle:• Alcohol• Laundry Soap• Bleach• Reducing

Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleanersor techniques:• Never use a knife or any other sharp object toremove a soil from any interior su

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.{CAUTION:You can be seriously i

If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaner orspot lifter may be necessary. When a commercialupholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be us

Care of Safety BeltsKeep belts clean and dry.{CAUTION:Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, itmay severely weaken them. In a crash, theymight

Finish CareOccasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle byhand may be necessary to remove residue from thepaint finish. You can get approved cle

Aluminum WheelsNotice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals,abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleanersthat contain acid on aluminum or chrome-pla

Sheet Metal DamageIf the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metalrepair or replacement, make sure the body repair shopapplies anti-corrosion materi

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsDescription UsagePolishing ClothWax-TreatedInterior and exteriorpolishing cloth.Tar and Road OilRemoverRemoves tar, r

Vehicle IdentificationVehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNotice: Don’t add anything electrical to yourvehicle unless you check with your dealer first.Some electrica

Fuses and Circuit BreakersThe wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected fromshort circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers,and fusible

Fuses Usage1 Trunk, Door Locks2 Electronic Level Control3 Rear Wiper4 Radio Amplifier5 Interior Lamps6 OnStar®7 Keyless Entry Module8Cluster, Heating,

Vehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this manual you will find these notices:Notice: These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.A notice te

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 ha

Underhood Fuse BlockThe underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment. For more information on location see EngineCompartment Overview on

Fuses Usage1 Right High Beam2 Fuel Pump3 DiodeSPARE SpareSPARE Spare4 Left High BeamSPARE SpareSPARE SpareSPARE Spare5 Not Used6 Air Conditioning Clut

J-Case Fuses UsagePLR Fuse Puller29 Fan 130 Starter Solenoid31 Anti-lock Brake System Motor32 Blank33 Fan 234 Front Blower High35 Battery Main 336 Rea

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric measurements. See Recommended Fluids andLubricants on

Engine SpecificationsEngine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap3.5L V6 8 Automatic 0.060 inches (1.52 mm)5-104

Maintenance Schedule ...6-2Introduction ...6-2Maintenance Requireme

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended.Maintenance RequirementsNotice: Maintenance in

The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4should be performed when indicated. See AdditionalRequired Services on page 6-6 and MaintenanceFootno

Scheduled MaintenanceWhen the CHANGE OIL SOON message comes on, itmeans that service is required for your vehicle. Haveyour vehicle serviced as soon a

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 5-13. Reset oil lifesystem. See Engine Oi

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 t

Additional Required ServicesThe following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles(kilometers)

Maintenance Footnotes# Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transaxleshift linkage, and the underbody contact points andlinkage.(a) Visually in

(h) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if thevehicle is mainly driven under one or more of theseconditions:− In heavy city traffic where the ou

Engine Coolant Level CheckCheck the engine coolant level and addDEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. See EngineCoolant on page 5-22 for further deta

Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock ControlSystem Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves, yo

Parking Brake and Automatic TransaxlePark (P) Mechanism Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this check, your vehiclecould begin to move. You or others co

Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, partnumber, or specification may be obtained fromyour retailer.Usage Flu

Usage Fluid/LubricantCarrierAssembly —Differential(Rear DriveModule) andTransferCase (PowerTransfer Unit)VERSATRAK®Fluid(GM Part No. U.S. 12378514,in

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your Saturn retailer.

Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and thetype of services per

Safety Belt Use During PregnancySafety belts work for everyone, including pregnantwomen. Like all occupants, they are more likely to beseriously injur

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-16

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-17

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-18

Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2Online Owner Center ...

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour retailer and to Saturn. Together

STEP THREE: Both Saturn and its retailers arecommitted to making sure you are completely satisfiedwith your Saturn vehicle. However, if you continueto

Online Owner CenterThe Owner Center is a resource for your ownershipneeds. Specific vehicle information can be found inone place.The Online Owner Cente

For more details, or to determine your vehicle’seligibility, visit your Saturn retailer or call the SaturnCustomer Assistance Center at 1-800-553-6000

In many instances, mechanical failures are coveredunder Saturn’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty. However,when other services are utilized, our RoadsideAssi

In a crash event, computer systems, such as the AirbagSensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehiclemay record information about the condition of

Lap-Shoulder BeltAll rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Hereis how to wear one properly.1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt acro

Reporting Safety DefectsReporting Safety Defects to theUnited States GovernmentIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect which couldcause a crash

Service Publications OrderingInformationService ManualsA variety of publications are available to you. Saturnservice manuals are written for trained t

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AAccessory Inflator ... 5-66Accessory Power Outlets ... 3-22Adding Equipment to Y

Audio System(s) ... 3-72Audio Steering Wheel Controls ... 3-109Care of Your CD and DVD Play

Child RestraintsChild Restraint Systems ... 1-49Infants and Young Children ... 1-46Lower Anchorage

DDaytime Running Lamps/AutomaticHeadlamp System ... 3-15Defensive Driving ...

Engine (cont.)Coolant Temperature Gage ... 3-37Engine Compartment Overview ... 5-12Exhaust ...

GGageEngine Coolant Temperature ... 3-37Fuel ... 3-42Speedometer ...

IIgnition Positions ... 2-30Infants and Young Children, Restraints ... 1-46Inflation -- Tire Pres

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash this appliesforce to the strong pelvic bones. An

Light (cont.)Highbeam On ... 3-41Low Fuel Warning ... 3-42Malfunction In

NNew Vehicle Break-In ... 2-30Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... 6-14OOdometer ...

QQuestions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 1-26RRadiator Pressure Cap ... 5-25Radios ...

SSafety BeltPassenger Reminder Light ... 3-32Pretensioners ... 1-42Reminder Light

Spare TireAccessory Inflator ... 5-66Compact ... 5-87Installing .

Tires (cont.)Secondary Latch System ... 5-80Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ... 5-82Tire Sidewall Labelling

WWarning Lights, Gages and Indicators ... 3-29WarningsDIC Warnings and Messages ... 3-49Hazard Warning Flashers ...

Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsRear safety belt comfort guides may provide addedsafety belt comfort for older children wh

2. Place the guide over the belt and insert thetwo edges of the belt into the slots of the guide.3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies fl

{CAUTION:A safety belt that is not properly worn may notprovide the protection needed in a crash. Theperson wearing the belt could be seriouslyinjured

Safety Belt PretensionersYour vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driverand right front passenger. Although you cannot seethem, they are loc

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.Q: What is the proper way to wear s

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

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt.The belt can not properly spread the impactforces. In a crash, the two children can

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. If the child wears the

Infants and Young ChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needs protection! This includesinfants and all other children. Neither the distancetraveled nor the ag

CAUTION: (Continued)For example, in a crash at only 25 mph(40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) baby will suddenlybecome a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person’sar

Q: What are the different types of add-on childrestraints?A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by thevehicle’s owner, are available in four

{CAUTION:The body structure of a young child is quiteunlike that of an adult or older child, for whomthe safety belts are designed. A young child’ship

A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with theseating surface against the back of the infant. Theharness system holds the infant in place a

A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed toimprove the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Somebooster seats have a shoulder belt positi

When choosing a child restraint, be sure the childrestraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is,it will have a label saying that it meets fe

{CAUTION:A child in a rear-facing child restraint can beseriously injured or killed if the right frontpassenger’s airbag inflates. This is becausethe b

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In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing childrestraints have a top strap, and that the strap beanchored. In the United States, some child rest

In the second row, there is a top strap anchor for eachseating position. The anchors are located at the rearbase of the seat.A. Top Strap AnchorB. Sea

Lower Anchorages and Top Tethersfor Children (LATCH System)Your vehicle has the LATCH system. There are anchorsin each seating position in the second

In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, youneed a child restraint designed for that system.To assist you in locatingthe lower anchors for th

Securing a Child Restraint Designedfor the LATCH System1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seatingposition you want to use, where the bottom of these

3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.4. Pull the r

5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten thelap portion of the belt and feed the shou

A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facingchild seat in the front.” This is because the risk to therear-facing child is so great, if the

You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure thechild restraint in this position. Be sure to follow theinstructions that came with the child rest

5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out ofthe retractor to set the lock.6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull th

Front Seats ...1-2Manual Seats ...1-2Six-Way Power Sea

If a child restraint has been installed and the onindicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the childrestraint from the vehicle and reinstall the

Here are the most important things to know about theairbag system:{CAUTION:You can be severely injured or killed in a crashif you are not wearing your

{CAUTION:Both frontal and side impact airbags inflate withgreat force, faster than the blink of an eye. If youare too close to an inflating airbag, as y

Where Are the Airbags?The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of thesteering wheel.The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in theinstrument

If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact airbagis in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door.If your vehicle has one, the right

{CAUTION:If something is between an occupant and anairbag, the airbag might not inflate properly orit might force the object into that personcausing se

Airbags may inflate at different crash speeds. Forexample:• If the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbagcould inflate at a different crash speed

What Makes an Airbag Inflate?In an impact of sufficient severity, the airbag sensingsystem detects that the vehicle is in a crash. For bothfrontal and

What Will You See After an AirbagInflates?After the airbag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quicklythat some people may not even realize the airbaginflat

In many crashes severe enough to inflate an airbag,windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the

Front SeatsManual SeatsUse the lever located onthe front of the seat toadjust the seat forward orrearward. Pull up thelever to unlock the seat.Slide t

Passenger Sensing SystemYour vehicle has a passenger sensing system. Thepassenger airbag status indicator on the instrumentpanel will be visible when

{CAUTION:A child in a rear-facing child restraint can beseriously injured or killed if the right frontpassenger’s airbag inflates. This is becausethe b

If a child restraint has been installed and the onindicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the childrestraint from the vehicle and reinstall the

{CAUTION:If the airbag readiness light in the instrumentpanel cluster ever comes on and stays on, itmeans that something may be wrong with theairbag s

Servicing Your Airbag-EquippedVehicleAirbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the airbag system in several placesaround y

Q: Because I have a disability, I have to get myvehicle modified. How can I find out whetherthis will affect my airbag system?A: Changing or moving any

Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash{CAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systems inyour vehicle. A damaged restraint system maynot prope

Keys ...2-3Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4Remote Keyless Entry Sy

Storage Areas ...2-49Glove Box ...2-49Cupholder(s) ...

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. Theycould operate the power windows or othercontrols or

Six-Way Power SeatsYour vehicle may have thisfeature. If it does, thesix-way power seat controlis located on the outboardside of the driver’sseat. You

Any new PASS-Key®III key must be programmedbefore it will start your vehicle. See PASS-Key®III onpage 2-28 for more information on programming yournew

Remote Keyless Entry SystemOperationYou can lock and unlock the vehicle’s doors and theliftgate using the remote keyless entry transmittersupplied wit

" (Unlock): When you press unlock on the remotekeyless entry transmitter, only the driver’s doorwill unlock. If you press unlock again within five

Matching Transmitter(s) to YourVehicleEach remote keyless entry transmitter is coded toprevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.If a tr

Remote Vehicle StartThis feature allows you to start the engine from outsidethe vehicle. It may also turn the rear window defoggerif the outside tempe

After two remote starts have been provided, thevehicle’s ignition switch must be turned to RUN andthen back to LOCK using the key before the remote st

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers — especially children — caneasily open the doors and fall out of amovin

From the inside, use the manual or power door locks.To unlock either front door from the inside, pull back onthe manual lever. To lock either front do

If the liftgate has been unlocked with the power doorlocks, you will not need the key to open it. Squeeze thehandle located above the license plate to

Automatic Door LocksAll of the doors will lock automatically when you movethe shift lever out of PARK (P). This feature cannotbe disabled.If someone n