2004 Saturn ION Owners Manual

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Manual Five-Speed Automatic VTi Variable 5-102 Capacities English 0.9 lbs. 6.9 quarts 4.0 quarts 6.75 quarts 13.5 gallons Metric 0.41 kg 6.5 L 4.8 L 6.4 L 50.5 L 1.8 quarts 4.2 quarts 6.9 quarts 92 lb ft 1.7 L 4.0 L 6.5 L 125 Y Wheel Nut Torque All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck ﬂuid level after ﬁlling. Engine Speciﬁcations Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug Gap 2.2L L4 (L61) 2.0L Supercharged Five-speed manual Five-speed automatic VTi variable 0.045 inches (1.0 mm) Five-speed manual 0.059 inches (1.5 mm) 5-103 ✍ NOTES 5-104 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ......................................6-2 Introduction ...................................................6-2 Maintenance Requirements ..............................6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....................6-2 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ....................6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...................................6-4 Additional Required Services ............................6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...................................6-8 Owner Checks and Services ............................6-9 At Each Fuel Fill ..........................................6-10 At Least Once a Month .................................6-10 At Least Once a Year ...................................6-11 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...............6-14 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ..........6-16 Engine Drive Belt Routing ..............................6-17 Maintenance Record .....................................6-18 6-1 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 caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance is important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper ﬂuid levels or the wrong tire inﬂation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle. To help protect our environment, and to keep your vehicle in good condition, be sure to maintain your vehicle properly. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at Saturn want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands or in many other ways. Because of all the different ways people use their vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your Saturn retailer. 6-2 This schedule is for vehicles that: carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will ﬁnd these limits on the tire and loading information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-33. are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. 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 only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have any doubt, see your GM Goodwrench dealer to have a qualiﬁed technician do the work. Some maintenance services can be complex. So, unless you are technically qualiﬁed and have the necessary equipment, you should have your Saturn retailer do these jobs. When you go to your Saturn retailer for your service needs, you will know that Saturn-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine Saturn parts. If you want to get service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-10. Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 tells you what should be checked, when to check it and what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. The proper replacement parts, ﬂuids and lubricants to use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-14 and Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-16. When your vehicle is serviced, make sure these are used. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. We recommend the use of genuine Saturn parts. 6-3 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Scheduled Maintenance When the CHG OIL message comes on, it means that service is required for your vehicle. 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 system may not indicate that vehicle service is necessary for over a year. However, your engine oil and ﬁlter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. Your Saturn retailer has Saturn-trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine Saturn parts and reset the system. If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last service. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil on page 5-15 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system. When the CHG OIL message appears, certain services, checks and inspections are required. Required services are described in the following for “Maintenance I” and “Maintenance II.” Generally, it is recommended that your ﬁrst service be Maintenance I, your second service be Maintenance II and that you alternate Maintenance I and Maintenance II thereafter. However, in some cases, Maintenance II may be required more often. Maintenance I — Use Maintenance I if the CHG OIL message comes on within ten months since vehicle was purchased or Maintenance II was performed. Maintenance II — Use Maintenance II if the previous service performed was Maintenance I. Always use Maintenance II whenever the message comes on ten months or more since the last service or if the message has not come on at all for one year. 6-4 Scheduled Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil on page 5-15. An Emission Control Service. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (j). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter. If necessary, replace ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-22. An Emission Control Service. See footnote †. Rotate tires and check inﬂation pressures and wear. See Tires on page 5-58. Inspect brake system. See footnote (a). Check engine coolant and windshield washer ﬂuid levels and add ﬂuid as needed. Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services” in this section. Inspect suspension and steering components. See footnote (b). Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (c). Inspect wiper blades. See footnote (d). Inspect restraint system components. See footnote (e). Lubricate body components. See footnote (f). Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. See footnote (k). Inspect throttle system. See footnote (g). • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 6-5 Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Service and Miles (Kilometers) Additional Required Services 75,000 25,000 (41 500) 50,000 (83 000) (125 000) • • • Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components. Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-22. An Emission Control Service. VTi variable transaxle: Add DEX-CVT additive. Change automatic transaxle or VTi variable transaxle ﬂuid (severe service). See footnote (h). Change automatic transaxle or VTi variable transaxle ﬂuid (normal service). • • • • • • • • 6-6 100,000 (166 000) 125,000 (207 500) 150,000 (240 000) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Additional Required Services (cont’d) Service and Miles (Kilometers) Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Replace engine fuel ﬁlter. An Emission Control Service. See footnote †. Engine cooling system service (or every 5 years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. Red Line only: Replace engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. 25,000 (41 500) 50,000 (83 000) 75,000 (125 000) 100,000 (166 000) 125,000 (207 500) 150,000 (240 000) • • • • • • • • • • • • 6-7 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 be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. (a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect drum brake linings for wear or cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. (b) Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts or signs of wear. (c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, ﬁttings and clamps; replace with genuine Saturn parts as needed. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year. 6-8 (d) Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. (e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) (f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders, door hinges and latches, hood hinges and latches, glove box hinges, sunroof (if equipped) and any folding seat hardware. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better and not stick or squeak. (g) Check system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator or cruise control cables. Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Your Saturn retailer can assist you with these checks and services. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any ﬂuids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-14. (h) Change automatic transaxle or VTi variable transaxle ﬂuid and ﬁlter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: − In heavy city traffic 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 service. (i) Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system. See Engine Coolant on page 5-26 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and ﬁller neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. (j) A ﬂuid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired and the ﬂuid level checked. Add ﬂuid if needed. (k) Or every 12 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the ﬁlter may require replacement more often. 6-9 At Least Once a Month Tire Inﬂation Check Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are inﬂated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check your spare tire. See Tires on page 5-58 for further details. Cassette Tape Player Service Clean cassette tape player. Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play. See Audio System(s) on page 3-46 for further details. It is important to check your oil regularly At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel ﬁll. Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See Engine Oil on page 5-15 for further details. Notice: and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL® coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 5-26 for further details. Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer ﬂuid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper ﬂuid if necessary. 6-10 3. On automatic transaxle vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, contact your Saturn retailer for service. On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever in Neutral (N), push the clutch pedal down halfway and try to start the engine. The starter should work only when the clutch pedal is pushed down all the way to the ﬂoor. If the starter works when the clutch is not pushed all the way down, contact your Saturn retailer for service. At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-30 if necessary. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 6-11 Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position. (cid:127) With an automatic transaxle, the key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in OFF. (cid:127) With a manual transaxle, the key should come out only in OFF. Contact your Saturn retailer if service is required. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-30 if necessary. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN position, but do not start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), contact your Saturn retailer for service. 6-12 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 move. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your Saturn retailer if service is required. Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to ﬂush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect. 6-13 (cid:127) (cid:127) Usage Fluid/Lubricant The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard may be identiﬁed with the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. However, not all synthetic API oils with the starburst symbol will meet this GM standard. You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M. For the proper viscosity, see Engine Oil on page 5-15. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 5-26. Engine Oil (2.0L Supercharged engine) Engine Coolant Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Engine Oil (2.2L engine) Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on page 5-15. 6-14 Usage Fluid/Lubricant System Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Washer Solvent Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Windshield Usage Key Lock Cylinders Fluid/Lubricant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid (Saturn Part No. 21013073). DEXRON III Manual Transaxle Lubricant (Part No. 21019223). Saturn T-IV Fluid (Part No. 22689186). DEX-CVT Fluid (Part No. 22688912). Parking Brake Cable Guides Hydraulic Clutch System Manual Transaxle 5-Speed Automatic Transaxle VTi Variable Transaxle VTi Variable Transaxle Additive DEX-CVT Fluid Additive (Part No. 22697447). Weatherstrip Conditioning Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood, Trunk and Door Hinges Sunroof Track Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (Saturn Part No. 21038869 or GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (Saturn Part No. 21038869 or GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 992887). 6-15 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your retailer. Part Saturn Part Number AC Delco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 2.2L L4 Engine 2.0L Supercharged Engine Oil Filter 2.2L L4 Engine 2.0L Supercharged Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element Spark Plugs 2.2L L4 Engine 2.0L Supercharged Windshield Wiper Blade Driver’s Side Length – 21.5 inches (54.6 cm) Passenger’s Side Length – 20.0 inches (50.8 cm) 22679620 — 22685727 12579143 52493319 25337472 12787099 22660359 22685192 — — — — — 41–981 — — 6-16 Engine Drive Belt Routing 2.2L Four Cylinder (L61) Engine 2.0L Supercharged (LSJ) Engine 6-17 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 in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record 6-18 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-19 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-20 Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information 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 Program for Persons with Disabilities ..................................................7-5 Roadside Assistance Program ..........................7-5 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ..................................................7-7 Reporting Safety Defects ..................................7-9 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ...............................................7-9 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ...............................................7-9 Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn ...................7-9 Service Publications Ordering Information .........7-10 7-1 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 Difference. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your retailer’s sales or service departments. If, for any reason, your ownership experience falls below your expectations, we suggest you take the following action: STEP ONE: Contact the Retail Customer Assistance Liaison. Any member of the retail management team has the authority and the desire to resolve your concerns. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at this level. STEP TWO: Should you need additional assistance, contact the Saturn Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-553–6000. In Canada, contact the Saturn Customer Communication Centre at 1-800-263-1999. 7-2 A Saturn Customer Assistance Center team member will handle your call and assist in providing product and warranty information, the nearest retailer location, roadside assistance, brochures, literature and discuss any concerns you may have. We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number. (You will ﬁnd this 17-digit number on the vehicle registration or title, on the upper driver’s side corner of the dash or on your roadside assistance key card.) The name of your selling and servicing retail facility. (cid:127) Vehicle delivery date and present mileage. (cid:127) Your daytime and evening phone numbers. 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 (cid:127) 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 remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a retailer’s facility. That is why we suggest you follow Step One ﬁrst if you have a concern. STEP THREE: Both Saturn and its retailers are committed to making sure you are completely satisﬁed with your Saturn vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, Saturn and its retailers offer the additional assistance of a neutral party through our voluntary participation in a mediation/arbitration program called BBB Auto Line. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet, located in the front cover pocket of your owner’s handbook, for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The BBB Auto Line Program is an out-of-court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. This program is available at no cost to you, our customer. We ask that you not resort to BBB Auto Line until after Saturn and its retailers have been given the opportunity to satisfy your vehicle concerns. However, U.S. residents may ﬁle a claim at any time by contacting your local Better Business Bureau at 1-800-955-5100. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to ﬁling a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you. 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 22203-1804 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage and other factors. Saturn Corporation reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its participation in this program. 7-3 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist owners who have hearing difficulties, Saturn has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment in its Saturn Customer Assistance Center. Any hearing- or speech-impaired customer who has access to a TDD or to a conventional Text Telephone (TTY) can communicate with Saturn by dialing 1-800-TDD-6000. TTY users in Canada may dial 1-800-263-3830. Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. You can ﬁnd your speciﬁc vehicle information all in one place. The Owner Center allows you to: (cid:127) Get e-mail service reminders. (cid:127) Access information about your speciﬁc vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner’s manual. (United States only) (cid:127) Keep track of your vehicle’s service history and maintenance schedule. Find GM dealers for service nationwide. (cid:127) Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. (United States only) Refer to the web for updated information. To register your vehicle, visit www.MyGMLink.com. (United States) or My GM Canada within www.gmcanada.com (Canada). 7-4 (cid:127) Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel For vehicles purchased in the U.S. call 1-800-553-6000 (TTY: 1-800-833-6000). For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1-800-268-6800. As the proud owner of a new Saturn vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Saturn Roadside Assistance Program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road. Saturn’s Roadside Assistance toll-free number is staffed by courteous and capable Roadside Assistance Representatives who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 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 (hand controls, wheelchair/ scooter lifts, etc.). This program can also provide you with free resource information, such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers. The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, see your Saturn retailer or call the Saturn Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-553-6000. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-6000. In Canada, customers may call the Saturn Customer Communication Centre at 1-800-263-1999. TTY users in Canada may call 1-800-263-3830. 7-5 In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Saturn’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty. However, when other services are utilized, our Roadside Assistance Representatives will explain any payment obligations you might incur. For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please provide the following to the Roadside Assistance Representatives: (cid:127) Your name, home address, and home telephone number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle (cid:127) Model, year, color, and license plate number (cid:127) Mileage, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number and delivery date of the vehicle (cid:127) Description of the problem We will provide the following services during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period at no expense to you: Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel ($5 maximum) for the customer to get to the nearest service station. Lock-out Service (identiﬁcation required): Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement key will be covered within 10 miles. (cid:127) Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest Saturn retailer for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Assistance 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 not covered by a warrantable failure.) Jump Start: No-start occurrences which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge. (cid:127) Saturn Retailer Locator Service 7-6 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family. Remember we are only a phone call away. Saturn Roadside Assistance: 1-800-553-6000; text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-6000. Saturn reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Saturn’s judgment, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Saturn reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notiﬁcation. Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Saturn Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book. Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for air bag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations. Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only in a crash or near crash event by computer systems commonly called event data recorders (EDR). In a crash or near crash event, computer systems, such as the Air Bag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated, such as engine speed, brake applications, throttle position, vehicle speed, safety belt usage, air bag readiness, air bag performance data, and the severity of a collision. 7-7 This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety. Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, these on-board systems do not record sounds, such as conversation of vehicle occupants. To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required. GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than (cid:127) with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, in response to an official request of police or similar government office, as part of GM’s defense of litigation through the discovery process, or as required by law. In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may use the data for GM research needs, (cid:127) make it available for research where appropriate conﬁdentiality is to be maintained and need is shown, or share summary data which is not tied to a speciﬁc vehicle with non-GM organizations for research purposes. Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or SDM. If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar®, please check the OnStar® subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. 7-8 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying Saturn Corporation. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it ﬁnds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your retailer or Saturn Corporation. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline. Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5 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 call us at 1-800-263–1999. Or, write to: Saturn Customer Communication Centre General Motors of Canada Limited 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 7-9 Service Bulletins Saturn regularly sends its retailers useful service bulletins about Saturn products. Saturn monitors product performance in the ﬁeld. We then prepare bulletins for servicing our products better. You can get these bulletins, too. Bulletins cover various subjects. Some pertain to the proper use and care of your vehicle. Some describe costly repairs. Others describe inexpensive repairs which, if done on time with the latest parts, may avoid future costly repairs. Some bulletins tell a technician how to repair a new or unexpected condition. Others describe a quicker way to ﬁx your vehicle. They can help a technician service your vehicle better. Most bulletins apply to conditions affecting a small number of vehicles. Your Saturn retailer or a qualiﬁed technician may have to determine if a speciﬁc bulletin applies to your vehicle. To order Saturn bulletins, call Saturn Publications at 1-800-2-SATURN or visit win.wallace.com/saturn to order on-line. Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals A variety of publications are available to you. Saturn service manuals are written for trained technicians, and in some cases, specialized tools and equipment are necessary to complete certain repairs. However, the manuals are available to owners who either have the training, or wish to gain a greater understanding of the technical aspect of their Saturn. For additional publications information or to order publications, call toll free 1-800-2-SATURN or visit win.wallace.com/saturn to order on-line. In Canada, Saturn service manuals are available by calling toll free 1-800-551-4123. 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 GVWR less than 10,000 pounds (4 536 kg). Copies of individual bulletins are also at your participating Saturn retailer. You can ask to see them. In Canada, information relating to product service bulletins can be obtained by contacting your Saturn retailer. 7-10 A Accessory Power Outlets ................................. 3-18 Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature ................ 3-68 Adding Windshield Washer Fluid ....................... 5-37 Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ............................ 5-95 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) ............................ 3-49, 3-52, 3-58 Air Bag Readiness Light .......................................... 3-30 Air Bag Systems ............................................. 1-50 Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle .......................... 1-58 How Does an Air Bag Restrain? .................... 1-56 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ......... 1-58 What Makes an Air Bag Inﬂate? .................... 1-56 What Will You See After an Air Bag Inﬂates? ...................................... 1-56 When Should an Air Bag Inﬂate? ................... 1-55 Where Are the Air Bags? .............................. 1-52 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ................................. 5-22 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ......... 7-7 AM ............................................................... 3-70 AM-FM Radio ................................................. 3-47 Antenna, Fixed Mast ....................................... 3-71 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System .......................................... 3-71 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ............................ 4-6 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light .............. 3-34 Appearance Care ............................................ 5-87 Care of Safety Belts .................................... 5-89 Chemical Paint Spotting ............................... 5-92 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ................ 5-87 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle .............. 5-90 Finish Damage ............................................ 5-92 Sheet Metal Damage ................................... 5-92 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-92 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ................ 5-93 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-90 Ashtrays ........................................................ 3-19 Audio System(s) ............................................. 3-46 AM-FM Radio ............................................. 3-47 Care of Your CD Player ............................... 3-71 Care of Your CDs ........................................ 3-71 Fixed Mast Antenna ..................................... 3-71 Radio with CD .................................... 3-50, 3-54 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ....................... 3-47 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ....................... 3-46 Theft-Deterrent Feature ................................ 3-68 Understanding Radio Reception ..................... 3-70 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ............ 3-71 Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation .......... 2-38, 2-40 Automatic Headlamp System ............................ 3-16 Automatic Transaxle ........................................ 2-20 Fluid .......................................................... 5-24 Operation ................................................... 2-23 Backing Up .................................................... 4-43 Battery .......................................................... 5-41 Battery Replacement ......................................... 2-8 Battery Run-Down Protection ............................ 3-18 Battery Warning Light ...................................... 3-31 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ......................... 4-22 Brake Parking ...................................................... 2-30 System Warning Light .................................. 3-32 Brake Adjustment ............................................ 5-40 Brake Fluid .................................................... 5-38 Brake Pedal Travel ......................................... 5-40 Brake Wear ................................................... 5-40 Brakes .......................................................... 5-38 Braking ........................................................... 4-6 Braking in Emergencies ..................................... 4-8 Break-In, New Vehicle ..................................... 2-18 Bulb Replacement ........................................... 5-48 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ........ 5-55 Fog Lamps ................................................. 5-53 Bulb Replacement (cont.) Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ............. 5-53 Front Turn Signal Lamps .............................. 5-51 Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-48 Headlamp Aiming ........................................ 5-47 Headlamps ......................................... 5-48, 5-50 Replacement Bulbs ...................................... 5-56 Sidemarker Lamps ....................................... 5-54 Taillamps, Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps ........ 5-55 Buying New Tires ........................................... 5-70 California Fuel .................................................. 5-6 Canadian Owners ................................................ ii Canadian Roadside Assistance ........................... 7-7 Capacities and Speciﬁcations .......................... 5-102 Carbon Monoxide ................... 4-26, 4-39, 2-12, 2-34 Care of Safety Belts ................................................ 5-89 Your CD Player ........................................... 3-71 Your CDs ................................................... 3-71 Cassette Tape Player Service ........................... 6-10 CD Messages ........................................ 3-54, 3-67 Center Console Storage Area ........................... 2-44 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ........... 5-55 Chains, Tires .................................................. 5-74 Change Engine Oil Message ............................ 3-43 Changing a Tire When Trailer Towing ................ 4-46 Changing the Language (Canada Only) .............. 3-41 Check Engine Light ............................................... 3-36 Check Gage Message ..................................... 3-44 Checking Brake Fluid ...................................... 5-39 Checking Coolant ............................................ 5-28 Checking Engine Oil ........................................ 5-15 Checking Things Under the Hood ...................... 5-10 Chemical Paint Spotting ................................... 5-92 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ............................... 1-35 Infants and Young Children ........................... 1-32 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) .......................... 1-42 Older Children ............................................. 1-29 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ................................... 1-44 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position ........................................... 1-44 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ................................... 1-47 Top Strap ................................................... 1-39 Top Strap Anchor Location ............................ 1-41 Where to Put the Restraint ........................... 1-38 Cigarette Lighter ............................................. 3-19 Cleaning Inside of Your Vehicle .................................. 5-87 Outside of Your Vehicle ................................ 5-90 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-92 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-90 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels .............................. 5-91 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....................... 5-90 Cleaning Fabric/Carpet .................................... 5-90 Cleaning Glass Surfaces .................................. 5-89 Cleaning Interior Plastic Components ................. 5-89 Cleaning the Mirror ................................. 2-39, 2-41 Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel ........... 5-89 Cleaning Tires ................................................ 5-92 Cleaning Vinyl ................................................ 5-89 Cleaning Windshield and Wiper Blades .............. 5-91 Climate Control System ........................... 3-20, 3-22 Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ................. 3-25 Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 3-24 Clutch, Hydraulic ............................................. 5-25 Compact Spare Tire ........................................ 5-86 Compass Calibration ............................... 2-38, 2-40 Compass Operation ......................................... 2-40 Compass Variance .................................. 2-38, 2-40 Control of a Vehicle .......................................... 4-5 Convenience Net ............................................ 2-45 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ............................ 3-35 Heater, Engine ............................................ 2-22 Low Level Warning Message ......................... 3-43 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ............................. 5-29 Cooling System .............................................. 5-32 Cruise Control ................................................ 3-12 Cruise Control Message ................................... 3-42 Cupholder(s) .................................................. 2-44 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ............................... 7-4 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... 7-2 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ................................................ 7-5 Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn .................. 7-9 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ................................ 7-9 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government .......................... 7-9 Roadside Assistance Program ......................... 7-5 Service Publications Ordering Information ........ 7-10 Daytime Running Lamps .................................. 3-15 Defensive Driving ............................................. 4-2 Defogging and Defrosting ......................... 3-21, 3-23 Delayed Locking ............................................. 2-10 Dinghy Towing (Five-Speed Automatic Transaxle and VTi Variable Transaxle) ............ 4-31 Dinghy Towing (Manual Transaxle) .................... 4-32 Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature ................. 3-70 Doing Your Own Service Work ........................... 5-4 Dolly Towing (All Transaxles) ............................ 4-33 Dome Lamp ................................................... 3-18 Door Delayed Locking .......................................... 2-10 Locks .......................................................... 2-9 Power Door Locks ....................................... 2-10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ............. 2-10 Rear Door Security Locks ............................. 2-11 Rear Doors ................................................. 2-12 Driver Driving Position, Safety Belt ..................................... 1-14 Seat Height Adjuster ...................................... 1-3 At Night ..................................................... 4-15 City ........................................................... 4-20 Defensive ..................................................... 4-2 Driving (cont.) Drunken ....................................................... 4-2 Freeway ..................................................... 4-21 Hill and Mountain Roads .............................. 4-24 In Rain and on Wet Roads ........................... 4-17 Winter ........................................................ 4-26 Driving on Grades ........................................... 4-44 Driving on Snow or Ice .................................... 4-27 Driving Through Deep Standing Water ............... 4-19 Driving Through Flowing Water ......................... 4-19 Driving with a Trailer ....................................... 4-43 Electric Power Steering ..................................... 4-9 Electrical System Add-On Equipment ...................................... 5-95 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-95 Power Windows and Other Power Options ......... 5-95 Windshield Wiper Fuses ............................... 5-95 Emergency Trunk Release Handle ..................... 2-14 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs ................................................... 3-38 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ......................................... 5-22 Battery ....................................................... 5-41 Change Oil Message ................................... 3-43 Engine (cont.) Check and Service Engine Soon Light ............ 3-36 Coolant ...................................................... 5-26 Coolant Heater ............................................ 2-22 Coolant Temperature Gage ........................... 3-35 Drive Belt Routing ....................................... 6-17 Engine Compartment Overview ...................... 5-12 Exhaust ..................................................... 2-34 Oil ............................................................. 5-15 Overheating ................................................ 5-29 Starting ...................................................... 2-20 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Replacement ............... 5-22 Engine Compartment Fuse Block (2.0L Supercharged Engine) ........................ 5-100 Engine Compartment Fuse Block (2.2L L4 Engine) ......................................... 5-98 Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing .................. 4-46 Engine Oil Additives ........................................ 5-19 Engine Speciﬁcations ..................................... 5-103 Entry Lighting ................................................. 3-18 Error Message ................................................ 3-45 Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................. 7-7 Express-Down Window .................................... 2-16 Extender, Safety Belt ....................................... 1-28 Exterior Lamps ............................................... 3-15 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...................................... 5-22 Finding a Category (CAT) Station ...................... 3-58 Finding a Station ............................ 3-48, 3-50, 3-56 Finish Care .................................................... 5-90 Finish Damage ............................................... 5-92 Five-Speed .................................................... 2-28 Five-Speed Automatic and VTi Variable .............. 2-23 Fixed Mast Antenna ........................................ 3-71 Flash-to-Pass ................................................... 3-9 Flat Tire ........................................................ 5-75 Flat Tire, Changing ......................................... 5-76 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ..................................... 5-24 Manual Transaxle ........................................ 5-25 Windshield Washer ...................................... 5-37 FM Stereo ..................................................... 3-70 Fog Lamps .................................................... 3-17 Folding Rear Seat ............................................ 1-7 Folding Seatback, Passenger ............................. 1-6 Following Distance .......................................... 4-43 ............................................................... 5-5 Fuel Additives ...................................................... 5-6 California Fuel .............................................. 5-6 Fuel (cont.) Filling a Portable Fuel Container ..................... 5-9 Filling Your Tank ........................................... 5-8 Fuels in Foreign Countries .............................. 5-7 Gage ......................................................... 3-40 Gasoline Octane ........................................... 5-5 Gasoline Speciﬁcations .................................. 5-5 Low Warning Message ................................. 3-45 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-95 Windshield Wiper ......................................... 5-95 Fuses Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ......................... 3-35 Fuel .......................................................... 3-40 Speedometer .............................................. 3-29 Tachometer ................................................. 3-29 Gasoline Octane ........................................................ 5-5 Speciﬁcations ............................................... 5-5 Glove Box ..................................................... 2-44 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities .................................................... 7-5 H Hazard Warning Flashers ................................... 3-6 Head Restraints ............................................... 1-5 Headlamp Aiming ....................................................... 5-47 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ..................... 3-9 Headlamps ............................ 3-10, 3-15, 5-48, 5-50 Bulb Replacement ....................................... 5-48 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ............. 5-53 Front Turn Signal Lamps .............................. 5-51 Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-48 Sidemarker Lamps ....................................... 5-54 Height Adjuster, Driver Seat ............................... 1-3 High Speed Operation (Redline) ........................ 5-67 Highway Hypnosis ........................................... 4-23 Hill and Mountain Roads .................................. 4-24 Hitches .......................................................... 4-42 Hood Checking Things Under ................................ 5-10 Release ..................................................... 5-10 Horn ............................................................... 3-7 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank ................................................. 5-34 How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ....... 5-23 How to Use This Manual ...................................... ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................... 1-14 Hydraulic Clutch ............................................. 5-25 Hydroplaning .................................................. 4-19 If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine .......... 5-31 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ............... 5-30 If the Light Is Flashing ..................................... 3-37 If the Light Is On Steady ................................. 3-37 If You Are Caught in a Blizzard ......................... 4-28 If You Are Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow .......... 4-30 If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer ...................... 4-40 Ignition Positions ............................................. 2-18 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ............... 1-32 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ................................... 5-66 Instrument Panel Cluster ....................................................... 3-28 Overview ..................................................... 3-4 Instrument Panel Brightness ............................. 3-17 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ............................ 5-96 Interior Lamps ................................................ 3-17 Jump Starting ................................................. 5-42 Keyless Entry System ....................................... 2-4 Keys ............................................................... 2-3 Lamps Exterior ...................................................... 3-15 Fog Lamps ................................................. 5-53 Interior ....................................................... 3-17 Lap-Shoulder Belt ................................... 1-14, 1-23 LATCH System Child Restraints ........................................... 1-42 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ................................... 1-44 Leaving Your Vehicle ....................................... 2-11 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running .......................................... 2-32 Light Air Bag Readiness ....................................... 3-30 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ................... 3-34 Battery Warning .......................................... 3-31 Brake System Warning ................................. 3-32 Malfunction Indicator .................................... 3-36 Oil Pressure ............................................... 3-39 Passlock® Warning ....................................... 3-40 Safety Belt Reminder ................................... 3-30 Up-Shift ..................................................... 3-32 Loading Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-33 Lockout Protection .......................................... 2-11 Locks Delayed Locking .......................................... 2-10 Door ........................................................... 2-9 Leaving Your Vehicle .................................... 2-11 Lockout Protection ....................................... 2-11 Power Door ................................................ 2-10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ............. 2-10 Rear Door Security Locks ............................. 2-11 Loss of Control ............................................... 4-14 Low Coolant Level Warning Message ................ 3-43 Low Fuel Warning Message ............................. 3-45 Low-Proﬁle Performance Tire (Redline) ............... 5-59 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ........................... 6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ......................................... 6-10 At Least Once a Month ................................ 6-10 At Least Once a Year .................................. 6-11 Introduction .................................................. 6-2 Maintenance Footnotes .................................. 6-8 Maintenance Record .................................... 6-18 Maintenance Requirements ............................. 6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ......... 6-16 Owner Checks and Services ........................... 6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ............. 6-14 Scheduled Maintenance ................................. 6-4 Using Your ................................................... 6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ................... 6-2 Maintenance When Trailer Towing ..................... 4-46 Making Turns ................................................. 4-43 Malfunction Indicator Light ................................ 3-36 Manual Seats ................................................... 1-2 Manual Transaxle ............................................ 2-20 Fluid .......................................................... 5-25 Operation ................................................... 2-28 Manual Windows ............................................ 2-15 Map Lamps .................................................... 3-18 Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle ............... 2-7 Message Center ....................................................... 3-41 Change Engine Oil ...................................... 3-43 Check Gage ............................................... 3-44 Cruise Control ............................................. 3-42 Error .......................................................... 3-45 Low Coolant Level Warning .......................... 3-43 Low Fuel Warning ....................................... 3-45 Low Traction ............................................... 3-42 Power Steering ........................................... 3-44 Service Vehicle ........................................... 3-45 Traction Off ................................................ 3-42 Transaxle Fluid Cold .................................... 3-43 Transaxle Fluid Hot ...................................... 3-42 Trunk Ajar Warning ...................................... 3-44 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass and Temperature Display ............. 2-40 Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar®, Compass and Temperature Display ............. 2-37 Manual Rearview Mirror ................................ 2-36 Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ............. 2-36 Outside Convex Mirror ................................. 2-42 Outside Power Mirrors .................................. 2-42 Outside Remote Control Mirror ...................... 2-42 MyGMLink.com ................................................ 7-4 N New Vehicle Break-In ...................................... 2-18 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ............ 6-16 Owner Checks and Services .............................. 6-9 Owner Publications ......................................... 7-10 Owners, Canadian ............................................... ii Odometer ...................................................... 3-29 Off-Road Recovery .......................................... 4-12 Oil Engine ....................................................... 5-15 Pressure Light ............................................. 3-39 Older Children, Restraints ................................ 1-29 Online Owner Center ........................................ 7-4 OnStar® Personal Calling ................................. 2-44 OnStar® Services ............................................ 2-43 OnStar® System ............................................. 2-43 OnStar® Virtual Advisor .................................... 2-44 Operation .............................................. 3-20, 3-22 Other Warning Devices ...................................... 3-7 Outlet Adjustment ............................................ 3-24 Outside Convex Mirror ............................................. 2-42 Power Mirrors ............................................. 2-42 Remote Control Mirror .................................. 2-42 10 Park (P) Parking Shifting Into ................................................ 2-31 Shifting Out of ............................................ 2-33 Brake ........................................................ 2-30 Over Things That Burn ................................. 2-34 Parking on Hills .............................................. 4-45 Parking Your Vehicle ....................................... 2-33 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ..................... 3-25 Passenger Visor Webbing Clip (Coupe) .............. 2-16 Passing ................................................. 4-12, 4-43 Passlock® ...................................................... 2-17 Playing a CD ................................................. 3-52 Playing the Radio ........................... 3-47, 3-50, 3-55 Playing the Single CD Player ........................... 3-60 Playing the Six-Disc CD Player ......................... 3-62 Power Accessory Outlets ........................................ 3-18 Door Locks ................................................. 2-10 Electrical System ......................................... 5-95 Power (cont.) Steering Message ........................................ 3-44 Windows .................................................... 2-15 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ................................ 1-28 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ................. 2-10 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ......... 1-13 Racing or Other Competitive Driving .................. 2-21 Radio Data System (RDS) ............................... 3-54 Radio Personalization ...................................... 3-67 Radios .......................................................... 3-46 AM-FM Radio ............................................. 3-47 Care of Your CD Player ............................... 3-71 Care of Your CDs ........................................ 3-71 Radio with CD .................................... 3-50, 3-54 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ....................... 3-47 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ....................... 3-46 Theft-Deterrent ............................................ 3-68 Understanding Reception .............................. 3-70 RDS Messages .............................................. 3-59 Rear Door Security Locks ................................ 2-11 Rear Doors .................................................... 2-12 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...................... 1-26 Rear Seat Passenger Positions ......................... 1-22 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts .................. 1-22 Rear Window Defogger ............................ 3-21, 3-24 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with Compass and Temperature Display ................ 2-40 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar®, Compass and Temperature Display ..... 2-37 Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ........................... 2-36 Rearview Mirrors ............................................. 2-36 Reclining Seatbacks .......................................... 1-3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ................. 6-14 Recreational Vehicle Towing ............................. 4-31 Remote Keyless Entry System ............................ 2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation ............ 2-5 Remote Trunk Release .................................... 2-13 Remote Trunk Release Lockout ........................ 2-13 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire .................................................. 5-80 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ................... 5-77 Replacement Bulbs ......................................... 5-56 Replacing Brake System Parts .......................... 5-41 11 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government ................................... 7-9 Saturn ......................................................... 7-9 United States Government .............................. 7-9 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems ................... 1-59 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash .......................................... 1-59 Restraint Systems Checking .................................................... 1-59 Replacing Parts ........................................... 1-59 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................... 2-19 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ........ 1-22 Roadside Assistance Program ....................................... 7-5 Roof Rack System .......................................... 2-45 Routing, Engine Drive Belt ............................... 6-17 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ....... 2-35 Safety Belt Safety Belts Pretensioners .............................................. 1-28 Reminder Light ............................................ 3-30 Care of ...................................................... 5-89 Driver Position ............................................ 1-14 Safety Belts (cont.) How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................ 1-14 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ........ 1-13 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults ......................... 1-26 Rear Seat Passengers ................................. 1-22 Right Front Passenger Position ...................... 1-22 Safety Belt Extender .................................... 1-28 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ................. 1-21 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ......................... 1-8 Safety Chains ................................................. 4-42 Safety Warnings and Symbols .............................. iii Scheduled Maintenance ..................................... 6-4 Seatback, Folding Passenger ............................. 1-6 Seats Driver Seat Height Adjuster ............................. 1-3 Head Restraints ............................................ 1-5 Manual ........................................................ 1-2 Passenger Folding Seatback ........................... 1-6 Reclining Seatbacks ...................................... 1-3 Split Folding Rear Seat .................................. 1-7 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ................... 1-44 Rear Seat Position ...................................... 1-44 Right Front Seat Position .............................. 1-47 Security While You Travel .................................. 7-5 12 Service ........................................................... 5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle .............................................. 5-4 Doing Your Own Work ................................... 5-4 Engine Soon Light ....................................... 3-36 Publications Ordering Information ................... 7-10 Vehicle Message ......................................... 3-45 Service Bulletins ............................................. 7-10 Service Engine Soon Light ............................... 3-36 Service Manuals ............................................. 7-10 Setting Preset Stations .................... 3-48, 3-51, 3-57 Setting the Time Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ......... 3-47 Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ........................................ 3-46 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) .......... 3-49, 3-52, 3-58 Sheet Metal Damage ....................................... 5-92 Shift Lock Release .......................................... 2-26 Shift Speeds .................................................. 2-29 Shifting Into Park (P) ....................................... 2-31 Shifting Out of Park (P) ................................... 2-33 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster (Sedan) ............... 1-16 Skidding ........................................................ 4-14 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips ....................... 4-19 Special Fabric Cleaning Problems ..................... 5-88 Speciﬁcations, Capacities ............................... 5-102 Speedometer .................................................. 3-29 Split Folding Rear Seat ..................................... 1-7 Starting Your Engine ....................................... 2-20 Steering .......................................................... 4-9 Steering in Emergencies .................................. 4-11 Steering Tips .................................................. 4-10 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ................................. 3-7 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area ........................ 2-44 Convenience Net ......................................... 2-45 Cupholder(s) ............................................... 2-44 Glove Box .................................................. 2-44 Roof Rack System ....................................... 2-45 Storing the Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ................ 5-84 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...................... 4-30 Sun Visors ..................................................... 2-16 Sunroof ......................................................... 2-45 Tachometer .................................................... 3-29 Taillamps Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps .................... 5-55 Temperature and Compass Display .................... 2-37 Temperature Display ........................................ 2-40 Theft-Deterrent, Radio ..................................... 3-68 13 Towing Traction Recreational Vehicle ..................................... 4-31 Towing a Trailer .......................................... 4-39 Your Vehicle ............................................... 4-31 Control System (TCS) .................................... 4-8 Low Message ............................................. 3-42 Traction Off Message ...................................... 3-42 Trailer Brakes ................................................. 4-42 Transaxle Fluid, Automatic ........................................... 5-24 Fluid Cold Message ..................................... 3-43 Fluid Hot Message ...................................... 3-42 Fluid, Manual .............................................. 5-25 Transaxle Operation, Automatic ......................... 2-23 Transaxle Operation, Manual ............................ 2-28 Transmission Up-Shift Light .............................................. 3-32 Trunk ............................................................ 2-12 Trunk Ajar Warning Message ............................ 3-44 Turn and Lane-Change Signals .......................... 3-8 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ........................... 3-8 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer .................. 4-44 Theft-Deterrent System ...................................... 2-6 Theft-Deterrent Systems ................................... 2-17 Passlock® ................................................... 2-17 Tilt Wheel ........................................................ 3-7 Tire Inﬂation Check ......................................... 6-10 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...................................... 5-60 Tire Size ....................................................... 5-62 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions ........................ 5-63 Tires ............................................................. 5-58 Buying New Tires ........................................ 5-70 Chains ....................................................... 5-74 Changing a Flat Tire .................................... 5-76 Compact Spare Tire ..................................... 5-86 If a Tire Goes Flat ....................................... 5-75 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ................................ 5-66 Inspection and Rotation ................................ 5-68 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......................... 5-71 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ................. 5-72 Wheel Replacement ..................................... 5-72 When It Is Time for New Tires ...................... 5-69 To Use the Engine Coolant Heater .................... 2-22 Top Strap ...................................................... 1-39 Top Strap Anchor Location ............................... 1-41 Torque Lock ................................................... 2-32 Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires .................. 4-42 14 U Understanding Radio Reception ........................ 3-70 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............................ 5-71 Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss ...................................... 3-69 Up-Shift Light ................................................. 3-32 Used Replacement Wheels .............................. 5-73 Using an MP3 CD .......................................... 3-65 Using Cleaner on Fabric .................................. 5-88 Vehicle Control ........................................................ 4-5 Damage Warnings ........................................... iv Loading ...................................................... 4-33 Parking Your ............................................... 2-33 Symbols ......................................................... iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders .................................................... 7-7 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ............................................. 5-94 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ................... 5-94 Vehicle Storage .............................................. 5-41 Ventilation Adjustment ...................................... 3-24 Visors ........................................................... 2-16 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ................ 3-27 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers ............................... 3-6 Other Warning Devices .................................. 3-7 Safety and Symbols ......................................... iii Vehicle Damage .............................................. iv Washing Your Vehicle ...................................... 5-90 Weight of the Trailer ........................................ 4-41 Weight of the Trailer Tongue ............................. 4-41 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use ........................ 5-16 What to Do with Used Oil ................................ 5-21 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance .......................... 5-72 Replacement ............................................... 5-72 When to Add Engine Oil .................................. 5-16 When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil Life System) ................................... 5-20 When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ........ 5-22 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill ...................................................... 4-45 Where to Put the Restraint ............................... 1-38 Why Safety Belts Work .................................... 1-10 Window Lock Out ........................................... 2-16 15 Windows ....................................................... 2-14 Manual ...................................................... 2-15 Power ........................................................ 2-15 Windshield Washer ......................................... 3-12 Fluid .......................................................... 5-37 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...................................... 5-57 Fuses ........................................................ 5-95 Windshield Wiper Lever ................................... 3-11 Winter Driving ................................................ 4-26 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ................ 3-71 XM™ Satellite Radio Service ............................ 3-70 XM™ Satellite Radio Service (48 Contiguous US States) ........................... 3-55 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....................... 6-2 16 2004 Saturn ION Owner Manual M Front Seats Rear Seats Safety Belts Child Restraints Air Bag Systems Restraint System Check Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1 ............................................... 1-2 ............................................... 1-7 .............................................. 1-8 ....................................... 1-29 ...................................... 1-50 ............................ 1-59 Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1 ........................................................ 2-3 ....................................... 2-9 ................................................. 2-14 ............................ 2-17 ........... 2-18 .................................................... 2-36 ...................................... 2-43 ......................................... 2-44 .................................................. 2-45 Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1 .......................... 3-4 ...................................... 3-20 ........ 3-27 ....................................... 3-41 ....................................... 3-46 Keys Doors and Locks Windows Theft-Deterrent Systems Starting and Operating Your Vehicle Mirrors OnStar® System Storage Areas Sunroof Instrument Panel Overview Climate Controls Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators Message Center Audio System(s) Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Towing Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1 ..... 4-2

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