Saturn 2008 Astra User Manual

Seats and Restraints... 1-1Front Seats... 1-2Rear Seats... 1-7Safety Belts... 1-8Airbag System

Active Head Restraint SystemThe vehicle has an active headrestraint system in the front seatingpositions.These automatically tilt forward toreduce the

Exterior Lamps OffReminderThis light comes on whenever theexterior lights are off.See Exterior Lamps Controls onpage 5-1 for more information.Cruise C

Fuel GageYour fuel gage tells you about howmuch fuel you have left, whenthe ignition is on.When the indicator nears empty,the low fuel warning light w

Driver InformationCenter (DIC)Vehicles with a Driver InformationCenter (DIC) can display:• Time• Outside temperature• Date or audio system, if it istu

DIC Operation and Displays (Base Level DICand Audio)If the vehicle has the base levelDIC, the following informationexplains how the system works.Selec

On some vehicles, if a warningmessage appears, the displayis blocked from other functions.See DIC Warnings and Messages(Base and Uplevel Systems) onpa

Trip ComputerThe vehicle may have a tripcomputer. The trip computerprovides information on drivingdata. This information is continuallyrecorded and ev

Average SpeedThis display shows the averagespeed of the vehicle in milesper hour (mph) or kilometersper hour (km/h). This average iscalculated based o

ResetThe following trip computerinformation can be reset:• Average consumption• Trip consumption• Average speed• Distance travelledTo reset the value:

On some vehicles, menuoptions can be selected withthe multifunction knob on theaudio system:1. Turn the multifunction knobuntil the desired menu item

System SettingsTo enter the Settings menu, do oneof the following:• Press MAIN, if your vehicle hasthis feature, on the audio system.• Press the SETTI

Rear SeatsRear Seat Operation{ CAUTIONIf the seatback is not locked, itcould move forward in a suddenstop or crash. That could causeinjury to the pers

Day / NightThe vehicle may have this feature.The display can be adjusted tobest match the lighting conditions.To adjust this setting:1. Select Day / N

For example, if driving in traffic andmaking frequent stops, this displaymay read one number, but if thevehicle is driven on a freeway,the number may

Average ConsumptionThis display shows the approximateaverage miles per gallon (mpg) orliters per 100 kilometers (l/100 km).This number is calculated b

DIC Warnings andMessages (Base andUplevel Systems)Messages are displayed on the DICto notify the driver that the status ofthe vehicle has changed and

Brakelight switch checkThis message displays when thebrake lamp does not come onwhen the brake is applied. Haveyour vehicle serviced by yourdealer/ret

OnStar service is provided to yousubject to the OnStar Terms andConditions. You may cancel yourOnStar service at any time bycontacting OnStar. A compl

Available Services included withDirections & Connections Plan• All Safe and Sound Plan Services• Driving Directions - Advisordelivered or OnStar T

OnStar service cannot work unlessyour vehicle is in a place whereOnStar has an agreement with awireless service provider for servicein that area. OnSt

✍ NOTES4-42 Instruments and Controls

LightingLightingExterior Lamps Controls...5-1Daytime RunningLamps (DRL)...5-2Delayed Headlamps...5-2Fog Lamps...

To return the seat to the sittingposition:1. Make sure the safety belt isthrough the storage clip.2. Lift the seatback and push itrearward until it is

Daytime RunningLamps (DRL)Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) canmake it easier for others to seethe front of your vehicle during theday. DRL can be helpful i

Instrument PanelBrightnessD(Instrument PanelBrightness): The knob with thissymbol on it is located next to theexterior lamps control to the left ofthe

Rear Reading LampsThe rear seat reading lamps can beturned on while the ignition is on.9 (Off): Press to turn the lamp off.R (On): Press to turn the l

InfotainmentAudio System(s)Audio System(s)...6-1Radio(s)...6-2Theft-Deterrent Feature...6-24Audio Steering W

Radio(s)System Operationn / R (Volume/Power): Pressto turn the system on or off. Turn toincrease or decrease the volume.BC (Board Computer): Press tou

The Ignition Logic is preset to turnoff the audio system when theignition is turned off. To enable ordisable Ignition Logic:1. Press SETTINGS until Au

Audio displays and the audiosystem starts to play if SETTINGS,FM/AM, CD/MP3, or BC is notpressed within five seconds afterthe setting is saved.To adjus

Adjusting the Speakers(Balance/Fade)To adjust the Balance using theSOUND button:1. Press SOUND until Balanceappears.2. Press\ or ] to adjust the level

OnStar®VolumeFor vehicles with OnStar, the OnStarVolume is used to set the maximuminitial volume level for the OnStarsystem when it is turned on.To se

Finding an FM/AM Station1 - 9 (Station Preset Buttons):Press to play stations that areprogrammed to the radio presetpushbuttons.SCN (Station Preset Sc

{ CAUTIONIt is extremely dangerous toride in a cargo area, inside oroutside of a vehicle. In acollision, people riding in theseareas are more likely t

Radio stations can be storedmanually, and by using Autostore.To manually store preset stations:1. Select FM or AM and tune to thedesired radio station

Random: Press CD/MP3 threetimes to hear the tracks in random,rather than sequential order. Press\ or ] to select between Randomon and Random off. RDM

Random ModeMP3 CD can be played in thefollowing random modes:• Random album: Tracks fromthe selected album are playedrandomly.• Random CD: All tracks

System OperationR (Volume/Power): Press toturn the system on or off. Turn toincrease or decrease the volume.BC (Board Computer): Pressto use the Board

The Ignition Logic is preset to turnoff the audio system when theignition is turned off. To enableor disable Ignition Logic:1. Press SETTINGS, SystemS

MenusThe menus of the audio systemsare structured in levels. The currentmenu level is indicated by verticallines at the edge of the screen.Selecting f

Overlay MenusAdditional notes and information onthe audio system or other vehiclecomponents may appear onthe display as an overlay in somecases. The c

Adjusting the Sound SettingsThere are preset sound settingsdesigned for different types ofmusic.To adjust the sound settings:1. Press SOUND and select

Speed-Dependant VolumeControl (SDVC)SDVC automatically adjusts thevolume for road and wind noise asthe vehicle increases or decreasesspeed while drivi

Using the RadioFM/AM: Press to select betweenFM, FM-AS, AM, and AM-AS,or to listen to the radio while a CDis playing. The Tuner Menudisplays.LOC (LOCA

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop thevehicle. The rider does not stop.The person keeps going untilstopped by something. In a realvehicl

Setting Preset StationsThe radio can store up to36 stations using the stationpreset buttons:• 9FM• 9 FM - AS (Autostore)• 9AM• 9 AM - AS (Autostore)Ra

Display OptionsThe display can be changeddepending on what type of CDis in the CD player. The displayoptions are:• Disabled ( o ): Track number,CD num

Selecting CDCDs can be selected by:• Pressing the appropriate stationpreset button.• Pressing _ or ^ on the four-wayswitch.• Using the CD menu functio

Scan CDThe Scan CD function scans thefirst ten seconds of each trackon the current CD. The function canbe enabled and disabled by usingthe four-way swi

Playing an MP3 or MixedMode CDCDC: Press to play an MP3 CDthat is already loaded into theCD player while the radio is playing.The CD Menu displays.Sel

Tracks play in the following order forRandom play CD:• MP3 CD: If there are five orfewer albums on an MP3CD, four tracks per album areplayed in random

Care of the CD PlayerDo not add labels to a CD, it couldget caught in the CD player. Use amarking pen to write on the top of theCD if a description is

X : Press to toggle between theradio and CD or MP3 as anactive source for playback.^ / _: Press the arrows to go backor advance to the previous ornext

✍ NOTES6-26 Infotainment

Climate ControlsClimate ControlsClimate Control System...7-1Outlet Adjustment...7-4Climate ControlsClimate Control SystemThe heating, c

or the instrument panel... or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down asthe vehicle does. You get more timeto stop. You stop over more dista

Y (Vent): This mode directs air tothe instrument panel outlets.X (Defog): This mode directs airto the windshield and front doorwindows. To reduce fogg

For quicker cool down, do thefollowing:1. Press# to turn on the airconditioning.2. SelectY mode.3. Set the temperature knob to thecoldest temperature.

Outlet AdjustmentUse the thumbwheel below the airoutlets to change the direction of theair flow. Use the vertical thumbwheelnext to the outlets to cont

Driving andOperatingStarting and OperatingYour VehicleNew Vehicle Break-In...8-2Ignition Positions...8-2Retained AccessoryPower (RA

Starting andOperating YourVehicleNew Vehicle Break-InNotice: Your vehicle does notneed an elaborate break-in. But itwill perform better in the longrun

B (STEERING UNLOCKED/IGNITION OFF): This positionunlocks the steering wheel.C (ON/RUN): The ignition switchstays in this position when theengine is ru

Your vehicle has aComputer-Controlled CrankingSystem. This feature assists instarting the engine and protectscomponents. If the ignition key isturned

To Use the Engine Heater1. Turn off the engine.2. The engine heater connector islocated in the passenger sidelower front grille. Open the coverand ins

PARK (P): This position locks thefront wheels. It is the best positionto use when the engine is startedbecause your vehicle cannotmove easily.{ CAUTIO

Notice: Shifting out of P (Park)or N (Neutral) with the enginerunning at high speed maydamage the transmission. Therepairs would not be covered bythe

Q: If I am a good driver, and Inever drive far from home,why should I wear safetybelts?A: You may be an excellent driver,but if you are in a crash — e

Winter Driving ModeThis feature helps you accelerate inslippery driving conditions by usingTHIRD (3) gear when you begin toaccelerate from a stopped p

When you release the brake with thetransmission in gear, you may feelthe transmission shift from Neutral toDrive automatically. You may alsofeel the t

If reverse gear does not engage, setthe selector lever in neutral, andrelease the clutch pedal. Press theclutch pedal again and repeatthe gear selecti

A warning chime will sound anda brake warning light located on theinstrument panel cluster will comeon, if the parking brake is set,the ignition is on

Leaving Your Vehicle with theEngine Running{ CAUTIONIt can be dangerous to leave thevehicle with the engine running.The vehicle could movesuddenly if

Shifting Out of ParkThis vehicle has an electronic shiftlock release system. The shiftlock release is designed to:• Prevent ignition key removalunless

Engine Exhaust{ CAUTIONEngine exhaust can kill. Itcontains the gas carbonmonoxide (CO), which youcannot see or smell. It can causeunconsciousness and

CAUTION (Continued)Also, idling in a closed-in placecan let deadly carbon monoxide(CO) into your vehicle even if theclimate control fan is at thehighe

Driving Your VehicleDefensive DrivingDefensive driving means “alwaysexpect the unexpected.” Thefirst step in driving defensively is towear your safety

Medical research shows that alcoholin a person’s system can make crashinjuries worse, especially injuriesto the brain, spinal cord, or heart.This mean

If you slid under it, the belt wouldapply force on your abdomen.This could cause serious or evenfatal injuries. The shoulder beltshould go over the sh

If your vehicle’s engine ever stopswhile you are driving, brake normallybut do not pump the brakes. If youdo, the pedal could get harder topush down.

Remember: ABS does not changethe time you need to get your footup to the brake pedal or alwaysdecrease stopping distance. If youget too close to the v

It is recommended to leave thesystem on for normal drivingconditions, but it may be necessaryto turn the system off if your vehicleis stuck in sand, m

Steering TipsIt is important to take curves at areasonable speed.A lot of the “driver lost control”accidents mentioned on the newshappen on curves. He

Steering in EmergenciesThere are times when steering canbe more effective than braking. Forexample, you come over a hill andfind a truck stopped in you

Turn the steering wheel 3 to5 inches (about one-eighth turn)until the right front tire contacts thepavement edge. Then turn thesteering wheel to go st

If your vehicle starts to slide, easeyour foot off the accelerator pedaland quickly steer the way you wantthe vehicle to go. If you start steeringquic

Driving in Rain and onWet RoadsRain and wet roads can reducevehicle traction and affect yourability to stop and accelerate.Always drive slower in thes

Before Leaving on aLong TripTo prepare your vehicle for a longtrip, consider having it serviced byyour dealer/retailer before departing.Things to chec

{ CAUTIONCoasting downhill in N (Neutral)or with the ignition off isdangerous. The brakes willhave to do all the work ofslowing down and they couldget

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrongbuckle.{ CAUTIONYou can be seriously injured ifyour belt is buckled in thewrong place li

You can get wet ice when it is aboutfreezing, 32°F (0°C), and freezingrain begins to fall. Try to avoid drivingon wet ice until salt and sand crewscan

{ CAUTIONSnow can trap exhaust gasesunder your vehicle. This cancause deadly CO (carbonmonoxide) gas to get inside.CO could overcome you andkill you.

Rocking Your Vehicle toGet It OutFirst, turn the steering wheel left andright to clear the area around thefront wheels. Turn off any stabilitysystem.

{ CAUTIONDo not load the vehicle anyheavier than the GrossVehicle Weight Rating(GVWR), or either themaximum front or rearGross Axle Weight Rating(GAWR

Steps for Determining CorrectLoad Limit1. Locate the statement “Thecombined weight of occupantsand cargo should neverexceed XXX kg or XXX lbs”on your

A. Vehicle Capacity Weight forExample 2 = 1,000 lbs(453 kg).B. Subtract Occupant Weight150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = 750 lbs(340 kg).C. Available CargoWeight

The GVWR includes the weightof the vehicle, all occupants,fuel, and cargo. Never exceedthe GVWR for your vehicle,or the Gross Axle Weight Rating(GAWR)

FuelUse of the recommended fuelis an important part of the propermaintenance of your vehicle. To helpkeep the engine clean and maintainoptimum vehicle

AdditivesTo provide cleaner air, all gasolinesin the United States are now requiredto contain additives that help preventengine and fuel system deposi

Filling the Tank{ CAUTIONFuel vapor burns violently and afuel fire can cause bad injuries.To help avoid injuries to you andothers, read and follow all

{ CAUTIONYou can be seriously injured ifyour belt goes over an armrestlike this. The belt would bemuch too high. In a crash,you can slide under the be

When replacing the fuel cap, turnit clockwise until it clicks. Makesure the cap is fully installed. Thediagnostic system can determine ifthe fuel cap

Vehicle Serviceand CareServiceService...9-2Accessories andModifications...9-3California Proposition 65War

Buying New Tires...9-54Different Size Tiresand Wheels...9-55Uniform Tire QualityGrading...9-56Whee

Accessories andModificationsWhen non-dealer/non-retaileraccessories are added to yourvehicle they can affect your vehicle’sperformance and safety, incl

Doing Your OwnService Work{ CAUTIONYou can be injured and yourvehicle could be damaged ifyou try to do service work on avehicle without knowing enough

Owner Checks{ CAUTIONAn electric fan under the hoodcan start up and injure youeven when the engine is notrunning. Keep hands, clothing,and tools away

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood, this is what you will see:9-6 Vehicle Service and Care

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter onpage 9-11.B. Engine Oil Fill Cap. Engine Oilon page 9-7.C. Brake Fluid Reservoir. Brakeson page 9-22.D. Coolant Reservo

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is below the MIN (minimum)mark, add at least one quart/liter ofthe recommended oil. This sectionexplains what kind of

• American Petroleum Institute(API) starburst symbolOils meeting these requirementsshould have the starburst symbolon the container. This symbolindica

SATURN and the SATURN Emblemare registered trademarks, andthe name ASTRA is a trademark ofSaturn Corporation. GENERALMOTORS and GM are registeredtrade

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is behind the body.{ CAUTIONYou can be seriously injured bynot wearing the lap-shoulderbelt properly. In a cras

How to Reset the Engine OilLife SystemThe Engine Oil Life Systemcalculates when to change theengine oil and filter based on vehicleuse. Whenever the oi

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterSee Engine Compartment Overviewon page 9-6 for the location ofthe engine air cleaner/filter.When to Inspect the EngineAir Clea

Automatic TransmissionFluidIt is not necessary to checkthe transmission fluid level.A transmission fluid leak is the onlyreason for fluid loss. If a leak

A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkablewater and DEX-COOL®coolant will:• Give freezing protection downto −34°F (−37°C).• Give boiling protection up to265°

Checking CoolantThe coolant reservoir is located inthe engine compartment on thedriver’s side of the vehicle.See Engine Compartment Overviewon page 9-

Pressure CapNotice: If the pressure cap is nottightly installed, coolant lossand possible engine damage mayoccur. Be sure the cap isproperly and tight

If you get the engine coolanttemperature warning with no sign ofsteam, try this for a minute or so:1. If your air conditioner is on,turn it off.2. In

{ CAUTIONAn electric engine cooling fanunder the hood can start upeven when the engine is notrunning and can cause injury.Keep hands, clothing, and to

How to Add Coolant to theCoolant ReservoirNotice: This vehicle has aspecific coolant fill procedure.Failure to follow this procedurecould cause the engi

{ CAUTIONYou can be burned if you spillcoolant on hot engine parts.Coolant contains ethyleneglycol and it will burn if theengine parts are hot enough.

{ CAUTIONYou can be seriously injured bya twisted belt. In a crash, youwould not have the full widthof the belt to spread impactforces. If a belt is t

Power Steering FluidWhen to Check PowerSteering FluidIt is not necessary to check thepower steering fluid level. A powersteering fluid leak is the onlyr

Windshield Wiper BladeReplacementFront Windshield WiperWindshield wiper blades should beinspected for wear or cracking.See “Maintenance ReplacementPar

BrakesBrake FluidThe brake master cylinder and, onmanual transmission vehicles,the clutch hydraulic system use thesame reservoir. The reservoir isfille

Required Services” in the LimitedWarranty, Maintenance andOwner Assistance Informationmanual. Use new brake fluidfrom a sealed container only.See “Reco

Rear disc brake pads do not havebuilt-in brake pad wear indicators.Periodic visual inspection of the rearbrake pads is required to determinewhen to re

Replacing Brake System PartsThe braking system on a vehicleis complex. Its many parts have tobe of top quality and work welltogether if the vehicle is

Headlamp AimingThe optical headlamp aiming systemhas been preset at the factoryand should need no furtheradjustment.However, If the vehicle is damaged

3. Record the distance from theground to the aim dot on thelow-beam headlamp.4. At a wall, measure from theground upward (A) to therecorded distance f

9. Make sure that the light from theheadlamp is positioned at thebottom edge of the horizontaltape line. The lamp on the left (A)shows the correct hea

2. Turn the bulb socketcounterclockwise and pullstraight out.3. Turn bulb counterclockwiseand remove.4. Install new bulb.5. Reverse Steps 2 through 4

4. If equipped with a shoulder beltheight adjuster, move it to theheight that is right for you.Improper shoulder belt heightadjustment could reduce th

4. Turn the nuts counterclockwiseand hold the outside of taillampassembly.5. Pull the taillamp assemblystraight out.6. Remove the three nuts.7. Press

To replace one of these bulbs:1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate onpage 2-6 for more information.2. Detach the plug connector fromthe bulb assembly.3.

License Plate LampTo replace one of these bulbs:1. Push tab in and pull down on it toremove the license plate lamp.2. Turn and pull the license platel

Replacement BulbsExterior LampBulbNumberFront TurnSignal Lamp3157 NAKLicense PlateLampW5WParking Lamp 4157KTaillamp W21For replacement bulbs not liste

Windshield Wiper FusesThe windshield wiper motor isprotected by a circuit breaker and afuse. If the motor overheats dueto heavy snow, etc., the wiperw

Fuses Usage1Antilock BrakeSystem (ABS) Valves2 ABS PumpFuses Usage4Climate ControlSystem (Ignition)5Engine CoolingFan (AT and AC only)Fuses Usage6 Eng

Fuses Usage8 Horn10 Door Locks13 Foglamps14Windshield Wipers(high speed)15Windshield Wipers(low speed)16Antilock Brake System,Brake Lamp Switch17 Vacu

Use the fuse puller, to remove and replace fuses.Fuses Usage1 Front Power Window3 ClusterFuses Usage4Climate ControlSystem (Battery)11 Rear DefoggerFu

Fuses Usage16Front Passenger SeatDetection Sensor17Tire PressureMonitoringSystem (TPMS)/Rain Sensor/InsideRearview Mirror18 Interior Lights21 Outside

CAUTION (Continued)• Worn, old tires can causeaccidents. If your treadis badly worn, or if yourtires have been damaged,replace them.See High-Speed Ope

To move it, push the button on thefront of the height adjuster andmove the height adjuster tothe desired position.After you move the adjuster towhere

See your dealer/retailer for detailsregarding winter tire availabilityand proper tire selection. Also, seeBuying New Tires on page 9-54.If you choose

(D) Tire Identification Number(TIN): The letters and numbersfollowing DOT (Departmentof Transportation) code is theTire Identification Number (TIN).The

(D) Maximum Cold InflationLoad Limit: Maximum load thatcan be carried and the maximumpressure needed to supportthat load.(E) Tire Inflation: Thetemporar

(D) Construction Code:A letter code is used to indicatethe type of ply construction inthe tire. The letter R meansradial ply construction; theletter D

DOT Markings: A code moldedinto the sidewall of a tiresignifying that the tire is incompliance with the U.S.Department of Transportation(DOT) motor ve

Passenger (P-Metric) Tire:A tire used on passenger carsand some light duty trucksand multipurpose vehicles.Recommended InflationPressure: Vehiclemanufa

Inflation - Tire PressureTires need the correct amountof air pressure to operateeffectively.Notice: Do not let anyone tellyou that under-inflation orove

Remove the valve cap from thetire valve stem. Press thetire gage firmly onto the valve toget a pressure measurement.If the cold tire inflation pressurem

When high-speed driving ends,return the tire pressure to therecommended cold inflationpressure shown on the Tire andLoading Information label. SeeLoadi

When the malfunction indicator isilluminated, the system may not beable to detect or signal low tirepressure as intended. TPMSmalfunctions may occur f

2. Place the guide over the belt andinsert the two edges of the beltinto the slots of the guide.3. Be sure that the belt is nottwisted and it lies flat

Tire Pressure MonitorOperationThe Tire Pressure Monitor System(TPMS) is designed to warn thedriver when a low tire pressurecondition exists. TPMS sens

TPMS Malfunction LightThe TPMS will not function properlyif one or more of the TPMSsensors are missing or inoperable.When the system detects amalfunct

Use this pattern when rotatingthe vehicle tires. Do not includethe compact spare tire in thetire rotation.{ CAUTIONRust or dirt on a wheel, oron the p

When It Is Time forNew TiresVarious factors, such asmaintenance, temperatures,driving speeds, vehicle loading,and road conditions influencewhen you nee

Buying New TiresGM has developed and matchedspecific tires for your vehicle.The original equipment tires installedon your vehicle, when it was new,were

{ CAUTIONIf you use bias-ply tires onthe vehicle, the wheel rimflanges could develop cracksafter many miles of driving.A tire and/or wheel could failsu

Uniform Tire QualityGradingQuality grades can be foundwhere applicable on the tiresidewall between tread shoulderand maximum section width.For example

Traction – AA, A, B, CThe traction grades, from highestto lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.Those grades represent thetire’s ability to stop on wetpavement

Wheel Alignment andTire BalanceThe tires and wheels on yourvehicle were aligned and balancedcarefully at the factory to giveyou the longest tire life

Notice: The wrong wheel canalso cause problems with bearinglife, brake cooling, speedometeror odometer calibration,headlamp aim, bumper height,vehicle

4. Buckle, position, and releasethe safety belt as describedpreviously in this section.Make sure that the shoulderbelt crosses the shoulder.To remove

Tire ChangingIf a Tire Goes FlatIt is unusual for a tire to blowoutwhile you are driving, especially ifyou maintain your vehicle’s tiresproperly. If a

CAUTION (Continued)3. Turn off the engine anddo not restart while thevehicle is raised.4. Do not allow passengers toremain in the vehicle.To be certai

5. The jack and tools are storedbelow the spare tire.6. The tools you will be usinginclude the jack (A), wheelwrench (B) and jack handle (C).Removing

Notice: Make sure that thejack lift head is in the correctposition or you may damage yourvehicle. The repairs would notbe covered by your warranty.4.

6. Raise the vehicle by turning thejack handle clockwise. Raise thevehicle far enough off theground so there is enough roomfor the compact spare tire

9. Place the compact spare tire onthe wheel-mounting surface.10. Reinstall the wheel bolts withthe rounded end of the boltstoward the wheel. Tighten e

Storing a Flat or SpareTire and Tools{ CAUTIONStoring a jack, a tire, or otherequipment in the passengercompartment of the vehiclecould cause injury.

4. Put the load floor back in place.The compact spare tire is fortemporary use only. Replace thecompact spare with a full-size tireas soon as possible.

Jump StartingIf your battery has run down, try touse another vehicle and somejumper cables to start your vehicle.Be sure to use the following stepsto

4. Open the hoods and locate thebatteries. Find the positive (+)and negative (−) terminallocations on each vehicle. Yourvehicle’s positive (+) termina

Safety Belt ExtenderIf the safety belt will fasten aroundyou, you should use it.But if a safety belt is not longenough, your dealer/retailer will orde

5. Check that the jumper cables donot have loose or missinginsulation. If they do, you couldget a shock. The vehiclescould be damaged too.Before you c

10. Now start the vehicle with thegood battery and run theengine for a while.11. Try to start the vehicle that hadthe dead battery. If it will notstar

TowingTowing Your VehicleThe vehicle was neither designednor intended to be towed with any ofits wheels on the ground.Consult your dealer/retailer or

When cleaning your vehicle’sinterior, only use cleanersspecifically designed for thesurfaces being cleaned. Permanentdamage may result from usingcleane

Fabric/CarpetUse a vacuum cleaner with a softbrush attachment frequently toremove dust and loose dirt.A canister vacuum with a beater barin the nozzle

change the appearance and feelof your leather and are notrecommended. Do not use siliconeor wax-based products, or thosecontaining organic solvents to

If your vehicle has a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish, the clearcoatgives more depth and gloss tothe colored basecoat. Always usewaxes and polishes tha

page 9-80. Follow all manufacturers’directions regarding correctproduct usage, necessary safetyprecautions and appropriatedisposal of any vehicle care

Notice: Using chrome polish onaluminum wheels could damagethe wheels. The repairs would notbe covered by your warranty.Use chrome polish on chromewhee

Finish DamageAny stone chips, fractures or deepscratches in the finish should berepaired right away. Bare metal willcorrode quickly and may developinto

Replacing Safety BeltSystem Parts Aftera Crash{ CAUTIONA crash can damage the safetybelt system in the vehicle.A damaged safety belt systemmay not pro

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsDescription UsagePolishing Cloth Interior and exterior polishing cloth.Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar, road oil

Description UsageFoaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans, shines, and protects tires.No wiping necessary.Wash Wax Concentrate Medium foaming shampoo. Clea

✍ NOTES9-82 Vehicle Service and Care

Technical DataVehicle IdentificationVehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN)...10-1Service PartsIdentification Label...10-1Capacities an

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See “Fluids and Lubricants” in theindex

Engine SpecificationsEngine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap1.8L L4 1AutomaticManual0.035 in (0.90 mm)Technical Data 10-3

✍ NOTES10-4 Technical Data

CustomerInformationCustomer InformationCustomer SatisfactionProcedure...11-1Online Owner Center...11-4Customer Assistance for

STEP TWO: Should you needadditional assistance, in the U.S.,contact the Saturn CustomerAssistance Center by calling1-800-553-6000. In Canada, call the

Contact the BBB Auto Line Programby using the toll-free telephonenumber or by writing them at thefollowing address:BBB Auto Line ProgramCouncil of Bet

For frontal airbags, the wordAIRBAG will appear on the middlepart of the steering wheel forthe driver and on the instrumentpanel for the right front p

Online Owner Center(United States only)This is a resource for your Saturnownership needs. Specific vehicleinformation can be found in oneplace.The Onli

Customer AssistanceOfficesSaturn encourages customersto call the toll-free number forassistance. If a customer wishes towrite to Saturn, the letter sh

Who is Covered?Roadside Assistance coverage is forthe vehicle operator, regardless ofownership. In Canada, a persondriving this vehicle without thecon

• Trip Interruption Benefits andAssistance (Canada Only): Inthe event of a warranty relatedvehicle disablement, while enroute and over 250 kilometresfr

Towing and Road ServiceExclusionsSpecifically excluded from RoadsideAssistance coverage are towingor services for vehicles operated ona non-public road

Transportation OptionsWarranty service can generallybe completed while you wait.However, if you are unable to wait,Saturn helps to minimize yourinconv

Additional ProgramInformationAll program options, such as shuttleservice, may not be available atevery retailer. Please contact yourretailer for speci

Aftermarket parts are not coveredby your GM New Vehicle LimitedWarranty, and any vehicle failurerelated to such parts are not coveredby that warranty.

• If you need roadside assistance,call GM Roadside Assistance.See Roadside AssistanceProgram on page 11-5 for moreinformation.• If your vehicle cannot

Insurance pays the bill for therepair, but you must live withthe repair. Depending on your policylimits, your insurance companymay initially value the

{ CAUTIONAirbags inflate with great force,faster than the blink of an eye.Anyone who is up against, orvery close to, any airbag whenit inflates can be s

Reporting Safety Defectsto the CanadianGovernmentIf you live in Canada, and youbelieve that your vehicle hasa safety defect, notify TransportCanada im

Owner PublicationsInformation on how to obtainproduct bulletins and as describedbelow is applicable only in thefifty U.S. states and the Districtof Col

Event Data RecordersThis vehicle has an EventData Recorder (EDR). The mainpurpose of an EDR is to record, incertain crash or near crash-likesituations

Saturn will not access this data orshare it with others except: with theconsent of the vehicle owner or,if the vehicle is leased, with theconsent of t

✍ NOTES11-18 Customer Information

AAccessories andModifications ... 9-3Accessory Power Outlets ... 4-10Adding Equipment to YourAirbag-Equipped Vehicle ... 1-35Add

CCalifornia Fuel ... 8-35California PerchlorateMaterials Requirements ... 9-3California Proposition 65Warning ...

DDaytime Running Lamps ... 5-2Defensive Driving ... 8-16Delayed Headlamps ... 5-2Doing Your OwnService Work ...

FFilterEngine Air Cleaner ... 9-11Finish Damage ... 9-79Fixed Mast Antenna ... 6-25Flashers, Hazard Warning ...

HoodRelease ... 9-5Horn ... 4-4How to Wear Safety BeltsProperly ... 1

IndexTo quickly locate information aboutthe vehicle use the Index in theback of the manual. It is analphabetical list of what is in themanual and the

The seat-mounted side impactairbags for the driver and right frontpassenger are in the side of theseatbacks closest to the door.The roof-rail airbags

Loading Your Vehicle ... 8-30LocksDoor ... 2-5Power Door ... 2-5Rear Door Security Locks ..

Power (cont.)Steering Fluid ... 9-20Windows ... 2-10Pressure Cap ... 9-15Privacy ...

SSafety Belts ... 1-8Care of ... 1-22Check ... 1-22How to Wear SafetyBelts Pr

TTachometer ... 4-13Taillamps ... 9-29, 9-30Theft-Deterrent, Radio ... 6-24Theft-Deterrent Systems ...

UUniform Tire QualityGrading ... 9-56Using this Manual ... iiVVehicleControl ... 8-

When Should an AirbagInflate?Frontal airbags are designed toinflate in moderate to severe frontalor near-frontal crashes to helpreduce the potential for

Seat-mounted side impact androof-rail airbags are not intended toinflate in frontal impacts, near-frontalimpacts, rollovers, or rear impacts.A seat-mou

What Will You See Afteran Airbag Inflates?After the frontal airbags andseat-mounted side impact airbagsinflate, they quickly deflate, soquickly that some

Passenger SensingSystemThe vehicle has a passengersensing system for the right frontpassenger position. The passengerairbag status indicator will be v

A label on the sun visor says,“Never put a rear-facing child seatin the front.” This is because the riskto the rear-facing child is so great,if the ai

When the passenger sensingsystem has turned off the rightfront passenger’s frontal airbag andseat-mounted side impact airbag,the off indicator will li

If a person of adult-size is sittingin the right front passenger’s seat,but the off indicator is lit, it could bebecause that person is not sittingpro

We recommend that you not useseat covers or other aftermarketequipment other than any that GMhas approved for your specificvehicle. See Adding Equipmen

Adding Equipment toYour Airbag-EquippedVehicleQ: Is there anything I might addto or change about the vehiclethat could keep the airbagsfrom working pr

✍ NOTESiv Preface

Airbag System CheckThe airbag system does not needregularly scheduled maintenanceor replacement. Make sure theairbag readiness light is working.See Ai

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrownbooster seats should wear thevehicle’s safety belts.The manufacturer’s instructions that

{ CAUTIONNever do this.Never allow two children towear the same safety belt.The safety belt can not properlyspread the impact forces. In acrash, the t

{ CAUTIONChildren can be seriouslyinjured or strangled if ashoulder belt is wrapped aroundtheir neck and the safety beltcontinues to tighten. Neverlea

{ CAUTIONNever do this.Children who are up against, orvery close to, any airbag when itinflates can be seriously injuredor killed. Never put a rear-fac

{ CAUTIONTo reduce the risk of neck andhead injury during a crash,infants need complete support.This is because an infant’s neckis not fully developed

A forward-facing child seat (B)provides restraint for the child’s bodywith the harness.A booster seat (C) is a childrestraint designed to improve the

To help reduce the chance of injury,the child restraint must be secured inthe vehicle. Child restraint systemsmust be secured in vehicle seats bylap b

A label on the sun visor says,“Never put a rear-facing child seatin the front.” This is because the riskto the rear-facing child is so great,if the ai

Lower Anchors andTethers for Children(LATCH)The LATCH system holds a childrestraint during driving or in a crash.This system is designed to makeinstal

Seats andRestraintsFront SeatsManual Seats...1-2Seat Height Adjuster...1-2Lumbar Seat Adjustment...1-3Reclining Seatbacks..

Top Tether AnchorA top tether (A, C) anchors the topof the child restraint to the vehicle.A top tether anchor is built intothe vehicle. The top tether

To assist you in locating the loweranchors, each seating positionwith lower anchors has two labels,near the crease between theseatback and the seat cu

Securing a Child RestraintDesigned for the LATCHSystem{ CAUTIONIf a LATCH-type child restraintis not attached to anchors, thechild restraint will not

Do not fold the empty rear seatwith a safety belt buckled. Thiscould damage the safety belt orthe seat. Unbuckle and return thesafety belt to its stow

If the position you are usinghas an adjustable headrestor head restraint and youare using a single tether,raise the headrest or headrestraint and rout

Do not secure a child restraint in aposition without a top tether anchor ifa national or local law requires thatthe top tether be anchored, or if thei

4. Pull the rest of the shoulder beltall the way out of the retractor toset the lock.5. To tighten the belt, push downon the child restraint, pull the

Securing Child Restraints(Right Front Seat)Your vehicle has airbags. A rearseat is a safer place to secure aforward-facing child restraint.See Where t

Do not secure a child seat in aposition without a top tether anchorif a national or local law requiresthat the top tether be anchored,or if the instru

6. To tighten the belt, push downon the child restraint, pull theshoulder portion of the belt totighten the lap portion of the beltand feed the should

Front SeatsManual Seats{ CAUTIONYou can lose control of thevehicle if you try to adjust amanual driver’s seat while thevehicle is moving. The suddenmo

✍ NOTES1-56 Seats and Restraints

Keys, Doors andWindowsKeysKeys...2-2Remote KeylessEntry (RKE) System...2-3Remote KeylessEntry (RKE) SystemOpera

Keys{ CAUTIONLeaving children in a vehiclewith the ignition key isdangerous for many reasons,children or others could bebadly injured or even killed.T

Keep this number in a safe place.If you lose your keys, you willbe able to have one made easilyusing this number. If you needa new key, go to your dea

Remote Keyless Entry(RKE) System Operationc (Lock): Press to lock the doors,liftgate and fuel tank door.If the driver door is open, the doorswill not

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{ CAUTIONUnlocked doors can bedangerous.• Passengers, especiallychildren, can easily open thedoors and fall out of amoving ve

Rear Door SecurityLocksYour vehicle has rear door securitylocks to prevent passengers fromopening the rear doors from theinside.Open the rear doors to

Notice: If you open the liftgatewithout checking for overheadobstructions such as a garagedoor, you could damage theliftgate or the liftgate glass.Alw

This device complies with RSS-210of Industry Canada. Operation issubject to the following twoconditions:1. This device may not causeinterference.2. Th

Content Theft-DeterrentThis vehicle has a contenttheft-deterrent alarm system.The security light is located on theinstrument panel.Do not use this sys

Lumbar Seat AdjustmentOn seats with this feature, turn theknob clockwise or counterclockwiseto increase or decrease thelumbar support.Reclining Seatba

Windows{ CAUTIONLeaving children, helplessadults, or pets in a vehiclewith the windows closed isdangerous. They can beovercome by the extreme heatand

The window switches are located oneach of the doors.To lower a window, press the switchdown. To raise a window, pull theswitch up.Express-Down WindowT

MirrorsManual Rearview MirrorHold the mirror in the center to moveit for a clearer view of behind yourvehicle.Headlamp GlareTo reduce headlamp glare f

Outside Heated MirrorsThe vehicle may have outsideheated mirrors which help clear thecondensation, snow, and ice.< (Rear Window Defogger):Press to

✍ NOTES2-14 Keys, Doors and Windows

StorageStorageGlove Box...3-1Cupholders...3-1Cargo Cover...3-1Cargo Tie Downs...

✍ NOTES3-2 Storage

Instruments andControlsInstrument PanelOverviewInstrument PanelOverview...4-2Hazard Warning Flashers...4-4Horn...

Instrument Panel Overview4-2 Instruments and Controls

The main components of theinstrument panel are the:A. Exterior Lamps Controls onpage 5-1.B. Outlets. Outlet Adjustment onpage 7-4.C. Turn Signal/Multi

To adjust a manual recliningseatback, turn the knob. Do not leanon the seatback while adjusting it.Seatback Latches(Three Door Model)For easy entry/ex

Hazard Warning Flashers|: Press this button located onthe instrument panel, to make thefront and rear turn signal lamps flashon and off. This warns oth

Cruise Control{ CAUTIONCruise control can bedangerous where you cannotdrive safely at a steady speed.So, do not use your cruisecontrol on winding road

Setting Cruise ControlFor safety reasons the cruisecontrol cannot be turned on untilthe brake has been applied once.With automatic transmission, onlyu

Resuming a Set SpeedOnce the vehicle speed reachesabout 25 mph (40 km/h) or more andthe cruise control is on, pressW.The vehicle returns to the previo

Turn and Lane-ChangeSignalsThe turn signal has two upward anddownward positions to signal a turnor a lane change.To signal a turn, move the lever allt

Windshield WipersClear ice and snow from the wiperblades before using them. If thewiper blades are frozen to thewindshield, gently loosen or thawthem.

Windshield Washer{ CAUTIONIn freezing weather, do not useyour washer until the windshieldis warmed. Otherwise thewasher fluid can form ice onthe windsh

Notice: Adding any electricalequipment to your vehiclemay damage it or keep othercomponents from working as theyshould. The repairs would not becovere

Instrument Panel ClusterThe instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how the vehicle is running. You will know how fastyou are going

Speedometer andOdometerThe speedometer lets you see yourspeed in both miles per hour (mph)or kilometers per hour (km/h).The odometer shows how faryour

Head RestraintsThe vehicle’s front seats haveadjustable head restraints.{ CAUTIONWith head restraints that arenot installed and adjustedproperly, ther

Safety Belt RemindersDriver Safety Belt ReminderLightThere is a Driver Safety BeltReminder Light on the instrumentpanel cluster.When the engine is sta

If the airbag readiness light stays onafter you start the vehicle or comeson when your are driving, your airbagsystem may not work properly. Haveyour

If the word ON or the on symbol islit on the passenger airbag statusindicator, it means that the rightfront passenger’s frontal airbag andseat-mounted

If, after several seconds, both statusindicator lights remain on, or if thereare no lights at all, there may bea problem with the lights or thepasseng

If the light comes on while driving,a chime will sound. Pull off the roadand stop. The pedal might be harderto push or go closer to the floor.It might

StabiliTrak®IndicatorLightFor vehicles with this light, it shouldcome on briefly when the ignitionis turned on.If the light does not come on, haveit fix

Stop and check the tires as soon asit is safe to do so. If underinflated,inflate to the proper pressure.See Tires on page 9-38 for moreinformation.This

This light comes on during amalfunction in one of two ways:Light Flashing: A misfire conditionhas been detected. A misfireincreases vehicle emissions an

Emissions Inspection andMaintenance ProgramsSome state/provincial and localgovernments have or might beginprograms to inspect the emissioncontrol equi

Low Oil Level LightThis light should come on brieflywhen the ignition is turned on asa check to let you know that thelight is working.If this light com