2006 Saturn Relay Owners Manual

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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 5-20. Change automatic transaxle ﬂuid and ﬁlter (severe service). See footnote (h). Change automatic transaxle ﬂuid and ﬁlter (normal service). Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Engine cooling system service (or every ﬁve years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. See footnote (m). 6-6 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Maintenance Footnotes # Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage, and the underbody contact points and linkage. (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 other brake parts, including calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. (b) Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose, or missing parts, signs of wear, or lack of lubrication. Inspect power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc. (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. (d) Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace wiper blades 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 airbag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. The airbag system does not need regular maintenance. (f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch assemblies, secondary latches, pivots, spring anchor and release pawl, hood and door hinges, rear folding seats, liftgate hinges, fuel door hinge, power sliding door cable, and sliding door track(s). 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) If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, inspect the ﬁlter at each engine oil change. 6-7 (h) Change automatic 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 5-23 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and ﬁller neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. (j) 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. (k) 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. (l) If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the ﬁlter may require replacement more often. (m) Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary. 6-8 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 6-11. 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. It is important to check your oil regularly Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL® coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for further details. Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer ﬂuid level in the windshield washer ﬂuid reservoir and add the proper ﬂuid if necessary. At Least Once a Month Tire Inﬂation Check Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they are inﬂated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check the spare tire. See Tires on page 5-53 for further details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored securely. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-71. Tire Wear Inspection Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service notiﬁcation. Check the tires for wear and, if necessary, rotate the tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-60. 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 2-39. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your Saturn retailer for service. 6-9 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. 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 2-39. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to RUN, 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. Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position. The ignition should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK. Contact your Saturn retailer if service is required. 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. 6-10 (cid:127) (cid:127) 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. Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your retailer. Usage Engine Oil Engine Coolant Hydraulic Brake System Windshield Washer Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. GM Goodwrench® oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, 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 5-23. Delco® Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent. 6-11 (cid:127) (cid:127) Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Power Steering System Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Chassis Lubrication Power Steering Fluid (Saturn Part No. 21007583 or GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in Canada 89021186). DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges, Rear Folding Seat, Fuel Door Hinge, Liftgate Hinges and Power Sliding Door Cable 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). Carrier Assembly – Differential (Rear Drive Module) and Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) VERSATRAK® Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12378514, in Canada 88901045). Sliding Door Track Weatherstrip Conditioning 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). 6-12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your Saturn retailer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco® Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 3.5L V6 Engine 3.9L V6 Engine Engine Oil Filter 3.5L V6 Engine 3.9L V6 Engine Passenger Compartment Air Filter Spark Plugs 3.5L V6 Engine 3.9L V6 Engine Windshield Wiper Blades Driver’s Side — 22.0 inches (55.0 cm) Passenger’s Side — 24.0 inches (60.0 cm) Rear — 16.0 inches (40.0 cm) 10354945 15222510 25010792 89017342 10322538 12568387 12591131 12335833 12335834 15192147 — — PF47 PF61 CF123 41-101 41-100 — — — 6-13 Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on the following record pages. You should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-14 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-15 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-16 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 Reimbursement Program ................7-5 Roadside Assistance Program ..........................7-5 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ..................................................7-7 Collision Damage Repair .................................7-8 Reporting Safety Defects ................................7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ....................................7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ..............................................7-12 Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn ..................7-12 Service Publications Ordering Information .........7-12 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. 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. This 17-digit number can be found 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. 7-2 (cid:127) If you wish to write to the Saturn Customer Assistance Center, our address is: Saturn Customer Assistance Center 100 Saturn Parkway Mail Code 371-999-S24 Spring Hill, TN 37174-1500 In Canada, write to: Saturn Customer Communication Centre General Motors of Canada Ltd. 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 When contacting Saturn, please 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. 7-3 Find Saturn retailers 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 My Saturn within www.saturn.com (United States) or My GM Canada within www.gmcanada.com (Canada). 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. You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program by using the toll-free telephone number or by writing them at the following address: BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203-1838 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage and other factors. Saturn Corporation reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its participation in this program. Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your ownership needs. Speciﬁc vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online 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 manual (United States only). (cid:127) Keep track of your vehicle’s service history and maintenance schedule. 7-4 (cid:127) GM Mobility Reimbursement Program This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward eligible aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle such as hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc. The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, visit 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. Roadside Assistance Program 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. 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 (16 km). 7-5 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest Saturn retailer for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Assistance provided when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow. Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge. (The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if 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 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 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. 7-6 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) 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 airbag 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 event by computer systems, such as those commonly called event data recorders (EDR). In a crash event, computer systems, such as the Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated, such as data related to engine speed, brake application, throttle position, vehicle speed, safety belt usage, airbag readiness, airbag performance, and the severity of a collision. If your vehicle is equipped with StabiliTrak®, steering performance, including yaw rate, steering wheel angle, and lateral acceleration, is also recorded. 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 device that stores the data 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. 7-7 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) 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 the device that stores the data. If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar®, please check the OnStar® subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualiﬁed technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts. Poorly performed collision repairs will diminish your vehicle’s resale value, and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions. Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and construction methods as the parts with which your vehicle was originally built. Genuine GM Collision parts are your best choice to assure that your vehicle’s designed appearance, durability and safety are preserved. The use of Genuine GM parts can help maintain your GM New Vehicle Warranty. 7-8 Recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair. These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior accidents. In most cases, the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle. A recycled original equipment GM part, may be an acceptable choice to maintain your vehicle’s originally designed appearance and safety performance, however, the history of these parts is not known. Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not covered by that warranty. Aftermarket collision parts are also available. These are made by companies other than GM and may not have been tested for your vehicle. As a result, these parts may ﬁt poorly, exhibit premature durability/ corrosion problems, and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions. Aftermarket parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty. Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs. Your Saturn retailer may have a collision repair center with GM-trained technicians and state of the art equipment, or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM-trained technicians and comparable equipment. Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. There are signiﬁcant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms. Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to your GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts. Some insurance companies will not specify aftermarket collision parts. When purchasing insurance, we recommend that you assure your vehicle will be repaired with GM original equipment collision parts. If such insurance coverage is not available from your current insurance carrier, consider switching to another insurance carrier. If your vehicle is leased, the leasing company may require you to have insurance that assures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts. Read your lease carefully, as you may be charged at the end of your lease for poor quality repairs. If an Accident Occurs Here is what to do if you are involved in an accident. Try to relax and then check to make sure you are all right. If you are uninjured, make sure that no one else in your vehicle, or the other vehicle, is injured. If there has been an injury, call 911 for help. Do not leave the scene of an accident until all matters have been taken care of. Move your vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer. (cid:127) Give only the necessary and requested information to police and other parties involved in the accident. Do not discuss your personal condition, mental frame of mind, or anything unrelated to the accident. This will help guard against post-accident legal action. If you need roadside assistance, call GM Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-5 for more information. If your vehicle cannot be driven, know where the towing service will be taking it. Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver’s name, the service’s name, and the phone number. 7-9 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Choose a reputable collision repair facility for your vehicle. Whether you select a Saturn retailer or a private collision repair facility to ﬁx the damage, make sure you are comfortable with them. Remember, you will have to feel comfortable with their work for a long time. (cid:127) Once you have an estimate, read it carefully and make sure you understand what work will be performed on your vehicle. If you have a question, ask for an explanation. Reputable shops welcome this opportunity. (cid:127) Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away. Make sure this includes your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle. (cid:127) Gather the important information you will need from the other driver. Things like name, address, phone number, driver’s license number, vehicle license plate, vehicle make, model and model year, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), insurance company and policy number, and a general description of the damage to the other vehicle. If possible, call your insurance company from the scene of the accident. They will walk you through the information they will need. If they ask for a police report, phone or go to the police department headquarters the next day and you can get a copy of the report for a nominal fee. In some states with “no fault” insurance laws, a report may not be necessary. This is especially true if there are no injuries and both vehicles are driveable. 7-10 (cid:127) Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there. Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be covered by your GM vehicle warranty. Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but you must live with the repair. Depending on your policy limits, your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts. Discuss this with your repair professional, and insist on Genuine GM parts. Remember if your vehicle is leased you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts, even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost. If another party’s insurance company is paying for the repairs, you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company’s collision policy repair limits, as you have no contractual limits with that company. In such cases, you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stays within reasonable limits. 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. 7-11 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 call them at 1-800-333-0510 or write to: Transport Canada Place de Ville Tower C 330 Sparks Street 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 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. 7-12 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 online. Owner Publications Information on how to obtain product bulletins and as described below is applicable only in the ﬁfty U.S. states and the District of Columbia, and only for cars and light trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) less than 10,000 pounds (4 536 kg). Copies of individual bulletins are also at your participating Saturn retailer. You can ask to see them. In Canada, information relating to product service bulletins can be obtained by contacting your Saturn retailer. 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. 7-13 ✍ NOTES 7-14 A Accessories and Modiﬁcations ............................ 5-3 Accessory Inﬂator ........................................... 5-68 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ............................... 3-24 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ....................................................... 1-78 Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5-5 Add-On Electrical Equipment ............................ 5-96 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ................................. 5-20 Air Conditioning .............................................. 3-26 Airbag Passenger Status Indicator ........................... 3-38 Readiness Light .......................................... 3-37 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ...... 7-7 Airbag System ................................................ 1-65 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ................................................... 1-78 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...................... 1-72 Passenger Sensing System ........................... 1-74 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .......... 1-78 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? ...................... 1-72 What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? .... 1-73 When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? .................... 1-71 Where Are the Airbags? ............................... 1-68 All-Wheel Drive ............................................... 5-46 All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System ......................... 4-12 Antenna, Fixed Mast ...................................... 3-119 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ..................................................... 3-120 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................... 4-7 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light .............. 3-41 Appearance Care Aluminum Wheels ........................................ 5-93 Care of Safety Belts .................................... 5-91 Chemical Paint Spotting ............................... 5-94 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .................... 5-91 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ................ 5-88 Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 5-89 Finish Care ................................................. 5-92 Finish Damage ............................................ 5-94 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces ................................................. 5-90 Leather ...................................................... 5-90 Sheet Metal Damage ................................... 5-94 Tires .......................................................... 5-93 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-94 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ................ 5-95 Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 5-91 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-91 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ....... 5-92 Audio System(s) ............................................. 3-81 Audio Steering Wheel Controls .................... 3-117 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ................ 3-119 Audio System(s) (cont.) Care of Your CDs and DVDs ....................... 3-119 Chime Level Adjustment ............................. 3-120 Fixed Mast Antenna ................................... 3-119 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ................................................. 3-102 Radio with CD ............................................ 3-83 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ............................... 3-115 Setting the Time .......................................... 3-82 Theft-Deterrent Feature ............................... 3-117 Understanding Radio Reception ................... 3-118 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ........... 3-120 Automatic Door Lock ....................................... 2-14 Automatic Transaxle Fluid .......................................................... 5-21 Operation ................................................... 2-36 Battery .......................................................... 5-40 Run-Down Protection ................................... 3-20 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ......................... 4-24 Brake Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................ 4-7 Emergencies ................................................ 4-8 Parking ...................................................... 2-39 System Warning Light .................................. 3-40 Brakes .......................................................... 5-37 Braking ........................................................... 4-6 Braking in Emergencies ..................................... 4-8 Break-In, New Vehicle ..................................... 2-33 Bucket Seats, Rear ........................................... 1-7 Bulb Replacement ........................................... 5-48 Front Turn Signal, Parking and Daytime Running Lamps ........................................ 5-50 Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-48 Replacement Bulbs ...................................... 5-51 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ........................................ 5-50 Buying New Tires ........................................... 5-62 California Fuel .................................................. 5-5 California Proposition 65 Warning ....................... 5-3 Canadian Owners ................................................ ii Capacities and Speciﬁcations .......................... 5-103 Captain Chairs, Rear ....................................... 1-14 Carbon Monoxide ................... 2-24, 2-42, 4-27, 4-40 Care of Safety Belts ................................................ 5-91 Your CD and DVD Player ........................... 3-119 Your CDs and DVDs .................................. 3-119 Cargo Lamp ................................................... 3-20 Chains, Tire ................................................... 5-67 Charging System Light .................................... 3-40 Check Engine Light ............................................... 3-43 Checking Things Under the Hood ...................... 5-10 Chemical Paint Spotting ................................... 5-94 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ............................... 1-48 Infants and Young Children ........................... 1-45 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children .......... 1-53 Older Children ............................................. 1-42 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position .................................................. 1-59 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ................................... 1-61 Where to Put the Restraint ........................... 1-52 Chime Level Adjustment ................................. 3-120 Cigarette Lighter ............................................. 3-25 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels ........................................ 5-93 Exterior Lamps/Lenses ................................. 5-91 Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 5-89 Finish Care ................................................. 5-92 Inside of Your Vehicle .................................. 5-88 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces ................................................. 5-90 Leather ...................................................... 5-90 Tires .......................................................... 5-93 Cleaning (cont.) Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-94 Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 5-91 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-91 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ....... 5-92 Climate Control System ................................... 3-26 Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ................. 3-31 Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 3-28 Rear .......................................................... 3-29 Collision Damage Repair ................................... 7-8 Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ..................... 1-39 Compact Spare Tire ........................................ 5-87 Content Theft-Deterrent .................................... 2-29 Control of a Vehicle .......................................... 4-5 Convenience Net ............................................ 2-55 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ............................ 3-42 Heater, Engine ............................................ 2-35 Cooling System .............................................. 5-28 Cruise Control ................................................ 3-11 Cruise Control Light ........................................ 3-47 Cupholder(s) .................................................. 2-50 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ....................................................... 7-4 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... 7-2 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ............... 7-5 Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn ................ 7-12 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ............................................ 7-12 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ................................... 7-11 Roadside Assistance Program ......................... 7-5 Service Publications Ordering Information ........ 7-12 Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic Headlamp System ...................................................... 3-16 Defensive Driving ............................................. 4-2 Delayed Lighting ............................................. 3-19 Delayed Locking ............................................. 2-13 Doing Your Own Service Work ........................... 5-4 Dome Lamp ................................................... 3-18 Door Automatic Door Lock .................................... 2-14 Delayed Locking .......................................... 2-13 Dual Sliding Doors ....................................... 2-14 Locks ........................................................ 2-11 Power Door Locks ....................................... 2-12 Power Sliding Door ...................................... 2-17 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock ............ 2-14 Position, Safety Belt ..................................... 1-28 Driver Driver Information Center (DIC) ......................... 3-49 DIC Operation and Displays .......................... 3-50 DIC Vehicle Personalization .......................... 3-73 DIC Warnings and Messages ........................ 3-56 Driving At Night ..................................................... 4-18 City ........................................................... 4-21 Defensive ..................................................... 4-2 Drunken ....................................................... 4-3 Freeway ..................................................... 4-22 Hill and Mountain Roads .............................. 4-25 In Rain and on Wet Roads ........................... 4-19 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ................. 4-32 Winter ........................................................ 4-27 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System .................. 3-102 Electrical System Add-On Equipment ...................................... 5-96 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-97 Headlamp Wiring ......................................... 5-97 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ......................... 5-98 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...... 5-97 Underhood Fuse Block ............................... 5-100 Windshield Wiper Fuses ............................... 5-97 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ......................................... 5-20 Battery ....................................................... 5-40 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ............ 3-43 Coolant ...................................................... 5-23 Coolant Heater ............................................ 2-35 Coolant Temperature Gage ........................... 3-42 Engine Compartment Overview ...................... 5-12 Exhaust ..................................................... 2-42 Oil ............................................................. 5-15 Oil Life System ........................................... 5-18 Overheated Protection Operating Mode ........... 5-28 Overheating ................................................ 5-26 Starting ...................................................... 2-34 Entry Lighting ................................................. 3-18 Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................. 7-7 Exit Lighting ................................................... 3-19 Extender, Safety Belt ....................................... 1-42 Exterior Lamps ............................................... 3-15 Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...................................... 5-20 Finish Damage ............................................... 5-94 Fixed Mast Antenna ....................................... 3-119 Flash-to-Pass ................................................... 3-8 Flat Tire ........................................................ 5-70 Flat Tire, Changing ......................................... 5-71 Flat Tire, Storing ............................................. 5-83 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ..................................... 5-21 Power Steering ........................................... 5-35 Windshield Washer ...................................... 5-36 Folding Tray ................................................... 2-53 Front Console Storage Area ............................. 2-52 Front Reading Lamps ...................................... 3-20 ............................................................... 5-4 Fuel Additives ...................................................... 5-5 California Fuel .............................................. 5-5 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ..................... 5-9 Filling Your Tank ........................................... 5-6 Fuels in Foreign Countries .............................. 5-6 Gage ......................................................... 3-48 Gasoline Octane ........................................... 5-4 Gasoline Speciﬁcations .................................. 5-5 Low Warning Light ....................................... 3-48 Fuses Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-97 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ......................... 5-98 Underhood Fuse Block ............................... 5-100 Windshield Wiper ......................................... 5-97 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ......................... 3-42 Fuel .......................................................... 3-48 Speedometer .............................................. 3-35 Tachometer ................................................. 3-35 Garage Door Opener ....................................... 2-46 Gasoline Octane ........................................................ 5-4 Speciﬁcations ............................................... 5-5 Glove Box ..................................................... 2-50 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program .................. 7-5 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................... 3-6 Head Restraints ............................................... 1-6 Headlamp Wiring ............................................ 5-97 Headlamps Bulb Replacement ....................................... 5-48 Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic Headlamp System .................................... 3-16 Flash-to-Pass ............................................... 3-8 Front Turn Signal, Parking and Daytime Running Lamps ........................................ 5-50 Headlamps (cont.) Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-48 Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps ................ 5-48 High/Low Beam Changer ................................ 3-8 On Reminder .............................................. 3-16 Wiper Activated ........................................... 3-16 Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps ................... 5-48 Heated Seats ................................................... 1-3 Heater ........................................................... 3-26 Hideaway Rear Storage Bins ............................ 2-56 Highbeam On Light ......................................... 3-47 Highway Hypnosis ........................................... 4-25 Hill and Mountain Roads .................................. 4-25 Hood Checking Things Under ................................ 5-10 Release ..................................................... 5-11 Horn ............................................................... 3-6 How to Use This Manual ...................................... ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................... 1-27 Ignition Positions ............................................. 2-33 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ............... 1-45 Inﬂation – Tire Pressure ................................... 5-59 Instrument Panel Overview ..................................................... 3-4 Instrument Panel (I/P) Brightness .................................................. 3-17 Cluster ....................................................... 3-34 Interior Lamps Control ..................................... 3-18 Jump Starting ................................................. 5-40 Keyless Entry System ....................................... 2-4 Keys ............................................................... 2-3 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ..................................... 5-54 Lamps Battery Run-Down Protection ......................... 3-20 Cargo ........................................................ 3-20 Dome ........................................................ 3-18 Exterior ...................................................... 3-15 Front Reading ............................................. 3-20 Interior Control ............................................ 3-18 Rear Reading ............................................. 3-20 LATCH System Child Restraints ........................................... 1-53 Level Control .................................................. 4-40 Liftgate .......................................................... 2-24 Light Airbag Readiness ........................................ 3-37 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ................... 3-41 Brake System Warning ................................. 3-40 Charging System ......................................... 3-40 Cruise Control ............................................. 3-47 Highbeam On ............................................. 3-47 Low Fuel Warning ....................................... 3-48 Malfunction Indicator .................................... 3-43 Oil Pressure ............................................... 3-46 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator .................. 3-38 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder .................... 3-36 Safety Belt Reminder ................................... 3-36 Security ..................................................... 3-47 TCS Warning Light ...................................... 3-42 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning .......... 3-42 Lighting Delayed ..................................................... 3-19 Entry ......................................................... 3-18 Exit ........................................................... 3-19 Loading Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-33 Lockout Protection .......................................... 2-14 Locks Automatic Door Lock .................................... 2-14 Delayed Locking .......................................... 2-13 Door .......................................................... 2-11 Lockout Protection ....................................... 2-14 Power Door ................................................ 2-12 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock ............ 2-14 Loss of Control ............................................... 4-17 Low Fuel Warning Light ................................... 3-48 Luggage Carrier .............................................. 2-54 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ........................... 6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ........................................... 6-8 At Least Once a Month .................................. 6-9 At Least Once a Year .................................... 6-9 Introduction .................................................. 6-2 Maintenance Footnotes .................................. 6-7 Maintenance Record .................................... 6-14 Maintenance Requirements ............................. 6-2 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ......... 6-13 Owner Checks and Services ........................... 6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ............. 6-11 Scheduled Maintenance ................................. 6-4 Using .......................................................... 6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ................... 6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ................................ 3-43 Manual Rear Quarter Windows ......................... 2-27 Manual Seats ................................................... 1-2 Message DIC Warnings and Messages ........................ 3-56 Mirrors Outside Convex Mirror ................................. 2-44 Outside Heated Mirrors ................................ 2-44 Outside Power Mirrors .................................. 2-43 MyGMLink.com ................................................ 7-4 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ..................................................... 3-102 New Vehicle Break-In ...................................... 2-33 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ............ 6-13 O Odometer ...................................................... 3-35 Odometer, Trip ............................................... 3-35 Off-Road Recovery .......................................... 4-15 Oil Engine ....................................................... 5-15 Pressure Light ............................................. 3-46 Oil, Engine Oil Life System .............................. 5-18 Older Children, Restraints ................................ 1-42 Online Owner Center ........................................ 7-4 OnStar® System, see OnStar® Manual ............... 2-44 Other Warning Devices ...................................... 3-6 Outlet Adjustment ............................................ 3-28 Outside Convex Mirror ............................................. 2-44 Heated Mirrors ............................................ 2-44 Power Mirrors ............................................. 2-43 Overhead Console .................................. 2-51, 2-52 Overhead Console Switchbank .......................... 3-21 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ... 5-28 Owner Checks and Services .............................. 6-8 Owners, Canadian ............................................... ii Park Aid ........................................................ 3-21 Park (P) Shifting Into ................................................ 2-40 Shifting Out of ............................................ 2-41 Parking Assist ........................................................ 3-21 Brake ........................................................ 2-39 Over Things That Burn ................................. 2-41 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ..................... 3-38 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ..................... 3-31 Passenger Sensing System .............................. 1-74 Passing ......................................................... 4-15 PASS-Key® III ................................................ 2-31 PASS-Key® III Operation .................................. 2-31 Power Accessory Outlet(s) ...................................... 3-24 Door Locks ................................................. 2-12 Electrical System ......................................... 5-97 Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current ................. 3-25 Rear Quarter Windows ................................. 2-28 Retained Accessory (RAP) ............................ 2-34 Six-Way Seats .............................................. 1-3 Power (cont.) Sliding Door ................................................ 2-17 Steering Fluid ............................................. 5-35 Windows .................................................... 2-27 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ................................ 1-41 Programmable Automatic Door Unlock ............... 2-14 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ......... 1-27 Radiator Pressure Cap .................................... 5-26 Radios .......................................................... 3-81 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ................ 3-119 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ....................... 3-119 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ................................................. 3-102 Radio with CD ............................................ 3-83 Rear Seat Audio ........................................ 3-115 Setting the Time .......................................... 3-82 Theft-Deterrent .......................................... 3-117 Understanding Reception ............................ 3-118 Rear Climate Control System ............................ 3-29 Rear Reading Lamps ...................................... 3-20 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...................... 1-39 10 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) .................................. 3-115 Rear Seat Entertainment System ..................... 3-102 Rear Seat Operation ......................................... 1-6 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts .................. 1-36 Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper ......................... 3-10 Reclining Seatbacks .......................................... 1-4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ................. 6-11 Recreational Vehicle Towing ............................. 4-38 Remote Keyless Entry System ............................ 2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation ............ 2-5 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire .................................................. 5-75 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ................... 5-72 Replacement Bulbs ......................................... 5-51 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government .................................. 7-12 Saturn ....................................................... 7-12 United States Government ............................ 7-11 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems .................... 1-79 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash .................................................. 1-80 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................... 2-34 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ...... 1-36 Roadside Assistance Program ....................................... 7-5 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out .................... 4-32 Running the Engine While Parked ..................... 2-42 S Safety Belt Safety Belts Passenger Reminder Light ............................ 3-36 Pretensioners .............................................. 1-41 Reminder Light ............................................ 3-36 Care of ...................................................... 5-91 Driver Position ............................................ 1-28 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................ 1-27 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ..... 1-27 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ................... 1-39 Rear Seat Passengers ................................. 1-36 Right Front Passenger Position ...................... 1-36 Safety Belt Extender .................................... 1-42 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ................. 1-36 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ....................... 1-22 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ........................ 1-35 Safety Warnings and Symbols .............................. iii Scheduled Maintenance ..................................... 6-4 Seats Bucket Seats, Rear ....................................... 1-7 Captain Chairs ............................................ 1-14 Head Restraints ............................................ 1-6 Heated Seats ............................................... 1-3 Manual ........................................................ 1-2 Rear Seat Operation ...................................... 1-6 Seats (cont.) Reclining Seatbacks ...................................... 1-4 Six-Way Power Seats .................................... 1-3 Third Row Seat ........................................... 1-19 Second Row Center Console ............................ 2-53 Secondary Latch System ................................. 5-81 Securing a Child Restraint Rear Seat Position ...................................... 1-59 Right Front Seat Position .............................. 1-61 Security Light ................................................. 3-47 Service ........................................................... 5-3 Accessories and Modiﬁcations ......................... 5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ..................................................... 5-4 California Proposition 65 Warning .................... 5-3 Doing Your Own Work ................................... 5-4 Engine Soon Light ....................................... 3-43 Publications Ordering Information ................... 7-12 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .............. 1-78 Setting the Time ............................................. 3-82 Sheet Metal Damage ....................................... 5-94 Shifting Into Park (P) ....................................... 2-40 Shifting Out of Park (P) ................................... 2-41 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ........................... 1-35 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change .......................... 3-7 Sliding Door, Power ........................................ 2-17 Sliding Doors, Dual ......................................... 2-14 11 Spare Tire Accessory Inﬂator ........................................ 5-68 Compact .................................................... 5-87 Installing .................................................... 5-75 Removing ................................................... 5-72 Storing ....................................................... 5-83 Speciﬁcations, Capacities ............................... 5-103 Speedometer .................................................. 3-35 StabiliTrak® System ......................................... 4-10 Starting Your Engine ....................................... 2-34 Steering ........................................................ 4-13 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ....................... 3-117 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ................................. 3-6 Storage Areas ................................................ 2-50 Convenience Net ......................................... 2-55 Cupholder(s) ............................................... 2-50 Floor Console Storage Area .......................... 2-52 Folding Tray ............................................... 2-53 Glove Box .................................................. 2-50 Hideaway Rear Storage Bins ......................... 2-56 Luggage Carrier .......................................... 2-54 Overhead Console ............................... 2-51, 2-52 Second Row Center Console ........................ 2-53 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...................... 4-32 Sun Visors ..................................................... 2-28 Switchbanks Overhead Console ....................................... 3-21 Tachometer .................................................... 3-35 Taillamps Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps .... 5-50 TCS Warning Light .......................................... 3-42 Theft-Deterrent, Radio .................................... 3-117 Theft-Deterrent Systems ................................... 2-29 Content Theft-Deterrent ................................ 2-29 PASS-Key® III ............................................. 2-31 PASS-Key® III Operation .............................. 2-31 Third Row Seat .............................................. 1-19 Tilt Wheel ........................................................ 3-6 Tires ............................................................. 5-53 Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning .......................... 5-93 Buying New Tires ........................................ 5-62 Chains ....................................................... 5-67 Changing a Flat Tire .................................... 5-71 Cleaning .................................................... 5-93 Compact Spare Tire ..................................... 5-87 Different Size .............................................. 5-63 If a Tire Goes Flat ....................................... 5-70 Inﬂation -- Tire Pressure ............................... 5-59 Inﬂator, Accessory ....................................... 5-68 Inspection and Rotation ................................ 5-60 Installing the Spare Tire ................................ 5-75 Removing the Flat Tire ................................. 5-75 12 Tires (cont.) Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ............... 5-72 Secondary Latch System .............................. 5-81 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ............ 5-83 Tire Sidewall Labeling .................................. 5-54 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions .................... 5-56 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......................... 5-64 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ................. 5-65 Wheel Replacement ..................................... 5-65 When It Is Time for New Tires ...................... 5-61 Towing Traction Transaxle Recreational Vehicle ..................................... 4-38 Towing a Trailer .......................................... 4-40 Your Vehicle ............................................... 4-38 Control System (TCS) .................................... 4-9 Control System Warning Light ....................... 3-42 StabiliTrak® System ..................................... 4-10 Fluid, Automatic ........................................... 5-21 Transaxle Operation, Automatic ......................... 2-36 Trip Odometer ................................................ 3-35 Turn and Lane-Change Signals .......................... 3-7 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ........................... 3-7 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ............... 3-21 Understanding Radio Reception ....................... 3-118 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............................ 5-64 Universal Home Remote System ....................... 2-46 Operation ................................................... 2-47 Vehicle Control ........................................................ 4-5 Damage Warnings ........................................... iv Loading ...................................................... 4-33 Symbols ......................................................... iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders .................................................... 7-7 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ............................................. 5-96 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ................... 5-96 Vehicle Personalization DIC ........................................................... 3-73 Ventilation Adjustment ...................................... 3-28 Visors ........................................................... 2-28 13 W Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ................ 3-33 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages ........................ 3-56 Hazard Warning Flashers ............................... 3-6 Other Warning Devices .................................. 3-6 Safety and Symbols ......................................... iii Vehicle Damage .............................................. iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance .......................... 5-65 Different Size .............................................. 5-63 Replacement ............................................... 5-65 Where to Put the Restraint ............................... 1-52 Windows ....................................................... 2-26 Manual Rear Quarter ................................... 2-27 Power ........................................................ 2-27 Power Rear Quarter ..................................... 2-28 Windshield Backglass, and Wiper Blades, Cleaning .......... 5-92 Windshield, Rear Washer/Wiper ........................ 3-10 Windshield Washer ........................................... 3-9 Fluid .......................................................... 5-36 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...................................... 5-52 Fuses ........................................................ 5-97 Windshield Wipers ......................................... 3-9 Winter Driving ................................................ 4-27 Wiper Activated Headlamps .............................. 3-16 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System .............. 3-120 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....................... 6-2 14 2006 Saturn RELAY Owner Manual M Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1 Front Seats ............................................... 1-2 Rear Seats ............................................... 1-6 Safety Belts ............................................. 1-22 Child Restraints ....................................... 1-42 Airbag System ......................................... 1-65 Restraint System Check ............................ 1-79 Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1 Keys ........................................................ 2-3 Doors and Locks ...................................... 2-11 Windows ................................................. 2-26 Theft-Deterrent Systems ............................ 2-29 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ........... 2-33 Mirrors .................................................... 2-43 OnStar® System ...................................... 2-44 Universal Home Remote System ................ 2-46 Storage Areas ......................................... 2-50 Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1 .......................... 3-4 ...................................... 3-26 ........ 3-33 .................. 3-49 ....................................... 3-81 Instrument Panel Overview Climate Controls Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators Driver Information Center (DIC) Audio System(s) Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Towing Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1 ..... 4-2 ................................................... 4-38 Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1 Service ..................................................... 5-3 Fuel ......................................................... 5-4 Checking Things Under the Hood ............... 5-10 All-Wheel Drive ........................................ 5-46 Bulb Replacement .................................... 5-48 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ......... 5-52 Tires ...................................................... 5-53 Appearance Care ..................................... 5-88 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ................................. 5-96 Electrical System ...................................... 5-96 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ................... 5-103 Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1 ................................ 6-2 Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1 ........... 7-2 ........................... 7-11 Index ................................................................ 1 Customer Assistance and Information Reporting Safety Defects Maintenance Schedule Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they ﬁrst receive their new vehicle. If this is done, it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle. Pictures and words work together in the owner manual to explain things. Index A good place to quickly locate information about the vehicle is the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. SATURN, SATURN Emblem, and the name RELAY are registered trademarks of Saturn Corporation. GENERAL MOTORS and GM are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. Keep this manual in the vehicle, so it will be there if it is needed while you are on the road. If the vehicle is sold, leave this manual in the vehicle. Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 06RELAY A First Printing ©2005 General Motors Corporation. All Rights Reserved. ii Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. {CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you do not, you or others could be hurt. You will also ﬁnd a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Do Not,” “Do Not do this” or “Do Not let this happen.” iii Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. There are also warning labels on the vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE. Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a speciﬁc component, control, message, gage, or indicator. If you need help ﬁguring out a speciﬁc name of a component, gage, or indicator, reference the following topics: (cid:127) Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1 Features and Controls in Section 2 Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 (cid:127) Climate Controls in Section 3 (cid:127) Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators in Section 3 (cid:127) Audio System(s) in Section 3 (cid:127) Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5 iv (cid:127) (cid:127) These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: ✍ NOTES vi Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ......................................................1-2 Manual Seats ................................................1-2 Six-Way Power Seats .....................................1-3 Heated Seats .................................................1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ........................................1-4 Head Restraints .............................................1-6 Rear Seats .......................................................1-6 Rear Seat Operation .......................................1-6 Bucket Seats .................................................1-7 Captain Chairs .............................................1-14 Third Row Seat ............................................1-19 Safety Belts ...................................................1-22 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ................1-22 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ......1-27 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly .................1-27 Driver Position ..............................................1-28 Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment .....................1-35 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ..................1-36 Right Front Passenger Position .......................1-36 Rear Seat Passengers ..................................1-36 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ....................1-39 Safety Belt Pretensioners ...............................1-41 Safety Belt Extender .....................................1-42 Child Restraints .............................................1-42 Older Children ..............................................1-42 Infants and Young Children ............................1-45 Child Restraint Systems .................................1-48 Where to Put the Restraint .............................1-52 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) ..................................................1-53 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position ...................................................1-59 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ....................................1-61 Airbag System ...............................................1-65 Where Are the Airbags? ................................1-68 When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? .....................1-71 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? .......................1-72 How Does an Airbag Restrain? .......................1-72 What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? .....1-73 Passenger Sensing System ............................1-74 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...........1-78 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ....................................................1-78 Restraint System Check ..................................1-79 Checking the Restraint Systems ......................1-79 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ......................................................1-80 1-1 Front Seats Manual Seats Use the lever located on the front of the seat to adjust the seat forward or rearward. Pull up on the lever to unlock the seat. Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever. {CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving. To make sure the seat is locked into place, try to move the seat back and forth with your body. 1-2 Six-Way Power Seats Your vehicle may have this feature. If it does, the six-way power seat control is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat. Your vehicle may also have a passenger’s six-way power seat. Heated Seats Your vehicle may have this feature. If it does, the heated seat buttons are located on the climate control panel. This feature will heat the lower cushions of the driver’s and front passenger’s seats. Press this button once to turn the heated seat on to the high setting. (cid:127) Move the front of the control up or down to adjust the front portion of the seat up or down. (cid:127) Move the rear of the control up or down to adjust the rear portion of the seat up or down. (cid:127) Slide the control forward or rearward to move the seat forward or rearward. Driver’s Side Button shown, Passenger’s Side similar Both indicator lights next to the heated seat symbol will be lit to indicate that it is on the high setting. Press the button a second time to go to the low setting. One indicator will be lit. Press the button a third time to turn the heated seat off. This feature will turn off automatically when the ignition is turned off. 1-3 Reclining Seatbacks {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked. Pull up on the lever, and the seat will go to its original upright position. To adjust a seatback, pull up on the lever located on the outboard side of the driver’s or front passenger’s seats. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into position. 1-4 Do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. {CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt cannot do its job either. In a crash, the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly. 1-5 Head Restraints Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation The rear seats in your vehicle have levers and straps used to adjust, remove, and reinstall the seats. By using the levers and straps in the correct order, you can easily remove the seats from the vehicle. If your vehicle has second row captain chairs with airbags, the seats cannot be removed. When reinstalling the seats, make sure the seats are in the proper positions. If your vehicle has a second row center console, it can

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2006 Saturn Relay Owners Manual