2007 Saturn Ion Owner's Manual
2007 Saturn Ion Manual
2007 Saturn Ion manual content summary:
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2007 Saturn ION Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...7 Front Seats ...8 Rear Seats ...16 Safety Belts ...18 Child Restraints ...41 Airbag System ...68 Restraint System Check ...84 Features and Controls ...87 Keys ...89 Doors and Locks ...94 Windows ...100 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...103 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 2
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...Tires ...Appearance Care ...Vehicle Identification ...Electrical System ...Capacities and Specifications ... 327 328 366 374 375 384 Maintenance Schedule ...387 Maintenance Schedule ...388 Customer Assistance Information ...409 Customer Assistance and Information - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 3
manual in the vehicle. Canadian Owners SATURN, the SATURN Emblem, and the name ION are ordered without a front passenger or rear seats. Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 15860076 B Second Printing A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your retailer or from: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 4
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 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 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 5
. 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 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 6
These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: 6 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 7
Passenger Sensing System ...77 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...82 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...83 Restraint System Check ...84 Checking the Restraint Systems ...84 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...85 7 Front Seats ...8 Manual Seats ...8 Driver Seat - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 8
to. Adjust the driver's seat only when the vehicle is not moving. Lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar. Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place. 8 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 9
has this feature, the knob is located on the front of the driver seat lower cushion on the inboard side. Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the lumbar support. If your vehicle has a driver's seat height adjuster it, is located on the outboard side of the seat - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 10
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. Your seats have manual reclining seatbacks. The lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 11
applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. To recline the seatback, do the following: 1. Lift the recline lever. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 12
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. CAUTION: (Continued) 12 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 13
CAUTION: (Continued) Head Restraints 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 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 14
head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down. {CAUTION: If you fold the seatback forward to carry longer objects, such as skis, be sure any such cargo is not near an airbag. In a crash, an inflating airbag might force that object toward a person - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 15
. Try to move the seat with your body to make sure it is locked into place. 4. Release the recliner lever and fold the seat forward until it locks in the folded position. Pull up on the seatback to be sure it is locked. 3. Lift the recliner lever, located on the outboard side of the seat - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 16
lower the rear seatback, follow these steps: {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause locked. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place. 1. Open the trunk and pull one or both of the small handles located - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 17
area of the latch to be sure it is locked. {CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 18
hear a click. Push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked into place. {CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where he or she safety belt, and check that your passengers' belts are fastened properly too. Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 19
belt properly. Your vehicle has indicators to remind you and your passengers to buckle your safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 166 and Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 166. In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here is why - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 20
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels. 20 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 21
Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 21 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 22
or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense. 22 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 23
be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of them. Every airbag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts. Even if you are in a vehicle that has airbags, you still have - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 24
Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 25
it reaches the buckle, let it go back all the way and start again. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment (Sedan) on page 31. 6. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. 25 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 26
The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash, or if you pull the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 27
if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. 27 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 28
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 29
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 30
forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your retailer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body. 30 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 31
can move the height adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the has locked into position. 31 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 32
24. The right front passenger's safety belt works the same way as the driver's safety belt - except for one thing. If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way, you will engage the child restraint locking feature which may turn off the passenger's frontal airbag. If this happens - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 33
seat positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here is how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 34
, see if you are using the buckle for the center passenger position. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. Make sure - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 35
your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 36
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head. To unlatch the belt, - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 37
Rear Seat on page 16 for instructions about how to fold the rear seatback. {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a it is locked. 3. Return the rear seatback to its upright position and make sure it is latched into place. 2. Remove the guide located on the trim behind - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 38
and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 5. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 39
shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 6. Buckle, position, comfort guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guide. Fold down the rear seatbacks. Store the guides on - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 40
conditions for pretensioner activation are met. Pretensioners work only once. If they activate in a crash, you will need to get new ones, and probably other new parts for your safety belt system. See Replacing Restraint System Parts , see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender. 40 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 41
or even fatal internal injuries in a crash. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 42
to a window, move the child toward the center of the vehicle. Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on page 36. If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position, move the child shoulder, so that in a crash the child's upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. 42 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 43
{CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt's force - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 44
and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person's arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. {CAUTION: Children can be seriously - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 45
the protection that a child restraint system can provide. {CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 46
including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant's neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear-facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 47
the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints. An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 48
the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child's body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. 48 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 49
, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 50
safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. To help reduce both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer. - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 51
. A T-shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child's body. A shelf- or armrest-type shield has straps that are attached to a is properly secured, following the instructions that came with that restraint. Because there are different systems, it is important - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 52
. We recommend that rear-facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 53
instructions in this manual. When installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor. In order to use the LATCH system - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 54
built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (B). child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 55
the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints top tether. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. If the child restraint does Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations i (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 56
tether anchors. j (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. To assist you in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is located on the trim cover. Rear Seat - Coupe For sedan models, each rear seating position has exposed metal lower anchors in the crease - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 57
side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. For coupe models, the top tether anchors are located under trim covers on the filler panel. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 58
, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchors, or use the vehicle's safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. 58 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 59
lock, if your vehicle has one, after the child restraint has been installed. Be sure to follow the instructions of the child restraint manufacturer. Notice: Contact between the child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 1.1. - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 60
the top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 2.1. Find the top tether anchor. 2.2. Pull open the top tether anchor trim cover to expose the anchor. 2.3. Route, attach, and tighten the top tether according to your child - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 61
that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 62
3. Buckle the belt. Be sure the latch plate clicks when you put it into the buckle. This means you are using the correct buckle. Also, make sure the release button is belt quickly if you ever had to. 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 62 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 63
recommends using a top tether, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 53. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 64
page 52. In addition, your vehicle may have the passenger sensing system. The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger's frontal airbag when an infant in a rear-facing infant seat or a small child in a forward-facing child restraint or booster seat is detected. See - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 65
When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger's frontal airbag, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you turn the ignition to RUN or START. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 168. 2. Put the child restraint - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 66
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 66 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 67
passenger sensing system and the airbag is off, the off in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your retailer. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle from the retractor once the lock has been set. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 68
the passenger seated directly behind that passenger. If your vehicle has side impact airbags, the words AIR BAG will appear on the airbag covering on the ceiling near the driver's and right front passenger's window. Frontal airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 69
. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door. Frontal airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes. They are - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 70
's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 71
Where Are the Airbags? The right front passenger's frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. The driver's frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 71 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 72
and the person seated directly behind the driver, it is in the ceiling above the side windows. If your vehicle has a roof-mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger and the person seated directly behind that passenger, it is in the ceiling above the side windows. 72 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 73
by routing the rope or tie down through any door or window opening. If you do, the path of an inflating side impact airbag will be blocked. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. The driver's and right front passenger's frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 74
object (like a wall). • If the vehicle goes into an object at an angle, the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle goes straight into the object. Frontal airbags (driver and right front passenger) are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear impacts, or in - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 75
. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the airbag. The inflator, airbag, and related hardware are all part of the airbag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger. For vehicles with roof-mounted side - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 76
- the steering wheel hub for the driver's airbag, the instrument panel for the right front passenger's airbag, or the garnish trim and ceiling of your vehicle near the side windows for vehicles with roof-mounted side impact airbags - may be hot for a short time. The parts of the airbag that come - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 77
will not be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. • Your vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. See - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 78
The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger's seat. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly-seated occupant and determine if the passenger's frontal airbag should be enabled (may inflate) or not. Accident statistics show that - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 79
has outgrown child restraints. • There is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger's frontal airbag, the off indicator on the instrument panel will light and stay lit to remind you that the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 80
rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your retailer. The passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate) the right front passenger's frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger's seat. When the passenger - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 81
that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger's seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 167 for more on this, including - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 82
material such as a blanket, or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers, seat heaters, and seat massagers, can affect how and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 83
For up to 10 seconds, after the ignition is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an airbag can still inflate during improper service. You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. They are probably part of the airbag system. Be sure to follow proper - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 84
Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers, and have them repaired or replaced. The airbag system does not need regular maintenance. A: Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument panel, ceiling headliner - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 85
properly. You may have to replace the airbag module in the steering wheel, both the airbag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger's airbag, or the side impact airbag module, garnish trim and the ceiling covering for roof-mounted side impact airbags (if equipped). Do not open - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 86
to the adjuster may need to be replaced. If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See the part about the airbag system earlier in this manual. If the frontal airbags inflate you will need to replace the driver's and right front passengers safety belt retractor assembly. Be - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 87
-In ...104 Ignition Positions ...105 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...108 Starting the Engine ...108 Automatic Transaxle Operation ...110 Manual Transaxle Operation ...112 Parking Brake ...115 Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) ...116 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...118 Parking Your Vehicle - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 88
129 Storage Areas ...133 Glove Box ...133 Cupholder(s) ...133 Center Console Storage Area ...133 Roof Rack System ...134 Convenience Net ...134 Sunroof ...135 Mirrors ...122 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®, Compass and Temperature Display ...122 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 89
reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 90
key operates the ignition and all of the lock cylinders on the vehicle. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Your vehicle may have a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system. The RKE system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 91
necessary. See "Battery Replacement" under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 91. • If you are still having trouble, see your retailer or a qualified technician for service. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation With this feature, you can lock and unlock the doors or the trunk - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 92
door. This also disarms the theft-deterrent system. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 103. Press the button again to unlock the rest of the doors. Your vehicle can be programmed so that the parking the replacement transmitter arm/disarm the theft-deterrent system. The system will arm when the lock - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 93
work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time to change the battery. Notice: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 94
• Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening. There are several ways to lock your vehicle. To lock a door from the outside, turn the key toward the front of the vehicle or use the Remote Keyless - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 95
of the doors will lock and the parking lamps will flash. To cancel the delay and lock the doors immediately, press the lock button a second time. Power Door Locks Press the top of the switch to unlock the doors. Press the bottom of the switch to lock the doors. If the key is in the ignition this - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 96
automatically lock when the vehicle is shifted out of PARK (P) for vehicles with an automatic transaxle, or the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h) for vehicles with a manual transaxle. The doors will automatically unlock when the ignition is turned off. To turn the automatic door locking - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 97
(Coupe) Your vehicle has a driver's and passenger's side rear access door. To open the rear access doors, first you must open the driver's or passenger's door. Lockout Protection If you press the power door lock switch when the key is in the ignition and any door is open, all the doors will lock - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 98
or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle. See Climate Control System. • If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See Engine Exhaust - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 99
Trunk Release Press the remote trunk release button, located on the lower left side of the instrument panel, to release the trunk lid. Emergency Trunk Release Handle The remote trunk release will work when the ignition is either in LOCK or ACC, the parking brake is engaged, or the vehicle speed is - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 100
even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. Manual Windows If your vehicle has manual windows, use the window crank to open and close each window. 100 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 101
of the windows. If your vehicle has power windows, switches located on the driver's door armrest control each of the windows. In addition, each passenger door has a window switch that controls that door's window. To operate each window, press the switch forward to close the window and rearward to - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 102
release. To stop the window while it is lowering, press the front of the switch. Passenger Visor Safety Belt Clip (Coupe) Window Lockout o (Window Lockout): The window lockout button is located near the driver's power window switches. Press the right side of the button to prevent rear passengers - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 103
passed, the system will arm immediately. The system will disarm when the unlock button is pressed. Passlock® Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock® theft-deterrent system. Passlock® is a passive theft-deterrent system. Passlock® enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 104
the security light comes on, you will be able to restart the engine if you turn the engine off. However, your Passlock® system is not working properly and must be serviced by your retailer. Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock® at this time. You may also want to check the fuses, see Fuses and - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 105
position locks your steering column. It is a theft-deterrent feature. You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK. If you have an automatic transaxle, the ignition switch cannot be turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is in PARK (P). {CAUTION: If you have a manual - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 106
vehicle after it has been parked for an extended period of time. / (START): This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving. A warning tone will sound if you open the driver's door while in LOCK or ACC, when the key - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 107
or low voltage battery. 1. Make sure the shift lever is in PARK (P). 3. Place your finger into the access hole and locate the plunger. 4. Press and hold the plunger toward the driver's door while turning the ignition key to LOCK. Remove the key. 2. Using a tool, pry off the cover from the bottom - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 108
radio will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACC (Accessory). Once the key is turned from RUN to LOCK, the radio will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened. Manual Transaxle The shift lever should be in NEUTRAL and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 109
in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your retailer. If you do not, your engine might not perform properly. Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle's warranty. 109 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 110
your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) on page 116. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 259. PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 111
Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes first and then press the shift lever button before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in RUN. If - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 112
the automatic transaxle. It provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle. If you need more power for road conditions could result in skidding, see "Skidding" under Loss of Control on brakes, or parking brake to hold the vehicle in place. Manual Transaxle Operation This is your shift pattern. 112 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 113
pedal. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transaxle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. Also, use REVERSE (R), along with the parking brake, for parking your vehicle. 113 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 114
control of your vehicle. You could injure yourself or others. Do not shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. When this light comes on, you can shift to the next higher gear if weather, road, and traffic conditions let you. For the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 115
down. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. The parking brake lever is located between the front seats. 115 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 116
Towing a Trailer on page 259. 1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) by holding the button on the shift lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 117
may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called "torque lock." To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver's seat. To find out how, see Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) on page 116. When you - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 118
has an automatic transaxle shift lock release system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 110. The shift lock release is designed to do the following: • Prevent the ignition key from - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 119
Parking Over Things That Burn {CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. 119 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 120
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: (Continued) {CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • The exhaust system sounds strange or different. • Your vehicle gets rusty - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 121
will not move. See Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) on page 116. If you are parking on a hill and if you are pulling a trailer, also see Towing a Trailer on page 259. {CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 122
Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®, Compass and Temperature Display The vehicle may have this feature. When on, an automatic dimming mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark. The mirror also includes a dual display in the upper right - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 123
Dimming Mirror Operation The automatic dimming mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started. To operate the automatic dimming mirror do the following: 1. Make sure the green indicator light, located to the left of the on/off button, is on. If it is not, press - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 124
compass could give false readings. To adjust for compass variance do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 2. Press and hold the on/off button of inactivity, the new zone number will be locked in and the comp/temp display will return. 124 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 125
is displayed, please consult your Saturn retailer. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display Your vehicle may be equipped with this mirror. When on, an automatic dimming mirror will dim to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark. The mirror - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 126
O: Press this button to turn the automatic dimming feature on or off. The indicator light to the left of the button will is set correctly. In order to calibrate, CAL must be displayed in the mirror compass windows. If CAL is not displayed, push in the compass/temperature button for approximately nine - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 127
variance, your compass could give false readings. To adjust for compass variance: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 2. Press and hold the compass/temperature button for six seconds until a zone number appears in the display. 3. Press the compass - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 128
liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing. Outside Power Mirrors The controls are located on the driver's door armrest. Outside Remote Control Mirror Adjust the driver's outside mirror by moving the control located on the driver's door. Move the selector switch to the left or right to choose the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 129
right. Check your inside airbags deploy, the system is designed to make an automatic call to OnStar® Emergency advisors who can request emergency services be sent to your location. If you lock your keys in the vehicle, call OnStar® at 1-888-4-ONSTAR and they can send a signal to unlock your doors - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 130
an advisor. Some OnStar® services (such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance) may not be available until you register with OnStar®. Available Services with Safe & Sound® Plan • Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment • Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN OnStar - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 131
in Canada, depending on eligibility. To find out more, refer to the OnStar® Owner's Guide in the vehicle's glove box, visit www.onstar.com or www.onstar.ca, or speak with an OnStar® advisor by pressing the OnStar® button or calling 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827). OnStar® Steering Wheel Controls - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 132
in that place as well. Your vehicle must have a working electrical system (including adequate battery power) for the OnStar® equipment to operate. There are other problems OnStar® cannot control that may prevent OnStar® from providing OnStar® service to you at any particular time or place. Some - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 133
be checked by a dealer. If the light appears clear (no light is front seats. It contains a storage area for small items. The center console storage area can be used as an armrest. Push the lid of the center console forward for additional arm support. Storage Areas Glove Box Open the glove box - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 134
wind can catch it as you drive along. This can cause you to lose control. What you are carrying could be violently torn off, and this could cause you 250. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are driving, check frequently to ensure your cargo is securely fastened. Convenience Net Your vehicle - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 135
glass panel cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure. The sunroof will only operate while the ignition is on, or turned to ACC, or if Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 108. Notice: If you force the sunshade forward of - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 136
✍ NOTES 136 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 137
Reminder Light ...166 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light ...166 Airbag Readiness Light ...167 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...168 Battery Warning Light ...170 Up-Shift Light ...170 Brake System Warning Light ...170 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...172 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 138
Power Light ...178 Highbeam On Light ...179 Fuel Gage ...179 Boost Gage ...180 Message Center ...182 Low Traction Message ...182 Traction Off Message ...182 Cruise Control Message ...183 Transaxle Fluid Hot Message ...183 Change Engine Oil Message ...183 Check Gage Message ...184 Power Steering - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 139
✍ NOTES 139 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 140
Instrument Panel Overview 140 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 141
. M. Cruise Control Switches. See Cruise Control on page 147. N. Climate Control System. See Climate Control System (Without Air Conditioning) on page 155 or Climate Control System (With Air Conditioning) on page 157. O. Transaxle Shift Lever. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 110 or Manual - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 142
that you have a problem. The front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button is located in the center of in, and even if the key is not in the ignition switch. A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 143
The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever To tilt the wheel, pull the lever down. Then, move the wheel to a comfortable position and raise the lever to lock the wheel in place. The lever on the left - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 144
the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse, see Fuses and Circuit - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 145
low beam. When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument panel cluster will also be on. the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. L (Washer Fluid): Pull the windshield your high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. To use - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 146
will stop the motor until it cools down. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. The lever on the right side of the steering column operates the windshield wipers. 7 (Mist): Pull the lever down and release it for a single wiping cycle. The lever will return to its original position - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 147
roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. The cruise control buttons are located on the steering wheel. 147 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 148
(ETS) on page 226. When road conditions allow, the cruise control can be used again. Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, disengages the cruise control. The CRUISE message in the instrument panel cluster will - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 149
mph (1.6 km/h) slower. Ending Cruise Control To end the cruise control session, step lightly on the brake pedal or tap the clutch if your vehicle has a manual transaxle. Stepping on the brake pedal or clutch will only end the current cruise control session. Press the cruise control on/off button to - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 150
you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased. Headlamps The exterior lamp control is located in the middle of the turn signal/multifunction lever. AUTO (Automatic): If the vehicle has automatic headlamps, turning the control to this position puts - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 151
will come on automatically when it is dark enough. Your vehicle may have a light sensor located on top of the instrument panel. Make sure it is not covered, or the headlamps will come on when you do not need them. The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage or - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 152
Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The thumbwheel for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column. Push the button to turn the fog lamps on or off. When using fog lamps, the parking lamps or low-beam - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 153
a cellular phone or CB radio. The accessory power outlets are located in the middle and rear of the center console. The front accessory power outlet has electrical power available to it all the time. The rear accessory power outlet only has electrical power when the ignition key is turned on or the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 154
adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your retailer for additional information on the accessory power outlet. Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Check - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 155
Controls Climate Control System (Without Air Conditioning) With this system you can control the heating and ventilation for your vehicle. ) (Bi-Level): This mode directs approximately half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets. Cooler air - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 156
ignition is in RUN. - (Defog): This mode directs half of the air to the windshield and the side window outlets and half to the floor outlets. To defog the windows faster, turn the temperature control pressing the button again or by turning off the engine. Notice: Do not use anything sharp on the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 157
Climate Control System (With Air Conditioning) With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. ) (Bi-Level): This mode directs approximately half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets. Cooler air is - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 158
off position. Temperature Control: Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside your vehicle. # (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the air-conditioning system on or off. When this button is pressed, an indicator light above the button - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 159
the side window outlets and half to the floor outlets. When you select this mode the system runs the air-conditioning compressor. To defog the windows faster, turn the temperature control knob clockwise to the warmest setting. Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 160
the base of the vehicle that may block the flow of air into your vehicle. • Do not use any non-GM approved hood deflectors that could adversely affect the performance of the system. • Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 161
Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 404. To access the passenger compartment air filter you must go through the glove box. 1. Open the glove box and remove all articles from the inside. 2. Locate the doorstop insulators on each side of the glove box and remove them. 3. Tilt the glove box door - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 162
in the back of the glove box and raising the tab until the door can be opened downward. 5. Remove the filter by sliding it out of the housing. 6. Install the new filter with the AIR FLOW arrow pointing downward. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 making sure the glove box door snaps back into place. 162 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 163
when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous. So please get to know your vehicle's warning lights and gages. They can be a big help. Your vehicle - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 164
cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, about how much fuel you have used, and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically. United States version shown - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 165
The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Notice: If you operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area, your vehicle could be damaged, and the damages would not be covered by your warranty. Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 166
a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt. This would only occur if the passenger airbag is enabled. See Passenger Sensing System on page 77 for more information. The passenger safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 167
Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the airbag modules, - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 168
the front." This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. United States Canada When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 169
on together, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 167. 169 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 170
right away. This condition may indicate your battery warning light is not functioning properly. If this light comes on while you are driving, be sure to turn off accessories such as the radio and climate control system. Have your vehicle serviced right away. This light is located in your instrument - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 171
, you need both parts working well. If the brake system warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. When the ignition is on, the BRAKE light will come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake does not release - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 172
, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light will come on briefly, as a check, when you start your vehicle. If it does not, have your vehicle serviced so that the light works properly when it needs to. The ABS light is located in the instrument panel cluster, to the left of the engine coolant - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 173
more transaxle shifting to avoid engine coolant overheating. This is temporary and normal under these conditions. This does not require engine or transaxle service. If your engine control system detects a failure in the engine coolant temperature circuit, the malfunction indicator lamp light will - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 174
light on, after awhile, the emission controls might not work as well, your vehicle's fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by your warranty. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 175
check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light does not come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: • Light Flashing - A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 176
require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, your retailer can check the vehicle. Your retailer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 177
to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on or not working properly. Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD (on-board diagnostic) system determines that critical emission control systems have not - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 178
. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil. Reduced Engine Power Light This - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 179
when the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced. The performance may be reduced until the next time you drive your vehicle. If this light stays on, see your retailer as soon as possible for diagnosis and repair. Fuel Gage When the ignition is on, the fuel gage on - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 180
ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: • At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 181
any stem. Canada If your vehicle has this gage, it is located on the steering column. This gage indicates vacuum during light to moderate throttle and boost under heavier throttle. This gage displays the air pressure level in the intake manifold before it enters the engine's combustion chamber - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 182
Message Center The message center is located in the instrument panel cluster. It gives you important Only) Vehicles first sold in Canada have instrument panel clusters that show messages in either English or French. To change the language, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Press the trip/ - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 183
Cruise Control Message The CRUISE message is displayed briefly when your cruise control system has been activated, or set to a desired speed. See Cruise Control on page 147 for more information. Change Engine Oil Message When the CHG OIL message is displayed, it means that service is required for - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 184
Coolant Temperature Gage on your instrument panel in the red zone could cause your vehicle to overheat. See Engine Overheating on page 297. Your vehicle could be damaged and the damages might not be covered by your warranty. Power Steering Message If the PWR STR message is displayed, a problem - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 185
Check Gas Cap Message This message will come on when the ignition is on and the gas cap is open. Error Message When the ERROR message is displayed, there is a problem with your odometer system. Low Fuel Warning Message When the LOW FUEL message is displayed, you may have less than 1.5 gallons (5.5 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 186
features. While your vehicle is parked, set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations, setting the tone and adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 187
check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units. If sound equipment can be added, it is very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle's engine Turn the ignition key to ACC (accessory) or RUN. Press the power knob, located in the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 188
set the time and date, follow these instructions: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC (accessory) or RUN. Press the power knob, located in the center of the radio, to turn or turn the tune knob, located on the upper right side of the radio. The date does not automatically display. To see the date press - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 189
set the time and date, follow these instructions: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC (accessory) or RUN. Press the power knob, located in the center of the radio, to turn the radio on. 2. Press the MENU button. Once the clock option is displayed. 3. Press the pushbutton located under that label. The HR - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 190
arrow again to stop scanning. Playing the Radio O (Power/Volume): Press this knob to turn the system on and radio is turned on. You can still manually adjust the volume by using the volume knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. When the ignition is off, - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 191
and it must be returned to your retailer for service. Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) BASS/TREB ( tune knob or EQ button until the desired tone control label appears on the display. Turn the tune knob ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player, it stays in the player. When the ignition - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 192
CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD , use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one not removed, after several seconds, the CD automatically pulls back into the player. f ( - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 193
you are listening to in random order, press the RDM pushbutton. The button to switch the display between the track number, elapsed time of the track, and the time. When the ignition is playing. Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. Connect - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 194
the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play. • The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down. • The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. • There may have been a problem - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 195
O (Power/Volume): Turn this knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease a portable audio device is playing. The portable audio device continues playing, so you may want to stop it or power it off. CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press this button to play a CD when a portable audio device is - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 196
the Radio O (Power/Volume): Press this switch between AM, FM, or XM™ (if equipped). The display shows the selection. XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada A service fee is required in order to receive the XM™ service. - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 197
4 (Information) (XM™ Satellite Radio Service, MP3, and RDS Features): Press the information button their radio station favorites while the vehicle is parked. Tune to your favorite stations using the presets, favorites button, and steering wheel controls (if equipped). See Defensive Driving on page - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 198
Press the pushbutton located below the FAV 1-6 label. 3. Select the desired number of favorites pages by pressing the pushbutton located below the displayed bass, midrange, or treble, press the tune knob until the tone control labels appear on the display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 199
equalization settings. To return to the manual mode, press the EQ button until Manual displays or start to manually adjust the bass, midrange, or treble adjust balance or fade, press the tune knob until the speaker control labels appear on the display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 200
button to display the radio setup menu. 2. Press the pushbutton located below the XM CAT label. 3. Turn the tune knob to display the category configured properly for your vehicle and it must be returned to your retailer for service. Radio Messages for XM™ Only See XM Radio Messages on page 212 later - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 201
ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD in the player, it stays in the player. When the ignition cm) single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 202
player could be damaged. While using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one CD at a time, and keep the CD be removed. If the CD is not removed, after several seconds, the CD automatically pulls back into the player and begins playing. 202 \ FWD (Fast Forward): - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 203
play tracks from all CDs loaded in a six-disc CD player in random order, press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM label until Randomize All Discs displays is in the player. Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. You can connect an - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 204
the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play. • The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down. • The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. • There may have been a problem - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 205
O (Power/Volume): Turn this knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease portable audio device is playing. The portable audio device will continue playing, so you may want to stop it or power it off. CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press this button to play a CD when a portable audio device is - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 206
should contain 18 songs or less. • Avoid subfolders. The system can support up to 8 subfolders deep, however, keep the total number of folders to a minimum in order to reduce the complexity and confusion in trying to locate a particular folder during playback. • Make sure playlists have a .mp3 or - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 207
audio files, but no folders, all files are located under the root folder. The folder down and the displays ROOT. Order of Play Tracks recorded to the CD-R are played in the following order: • Play enters a new folder, the display does not automatically show the new folder name unless the folder mode - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 208
Parts of words on the last page of text and the extension of the filename does not display. If the ignition ) single CD-Rs with an adapter ring. Full-size CD-Rs and the smaller CD-Rs are loaded or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 209
player could be damaged. While using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one CD at a time, and keep the CD removed. If the CD-R is not removed, after several seconds, the CD-R automatically pulls back into the player and begins playing. For the Six-Disc CD player, - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 210
setting, MP3 files on the CD-R can be played in random, rather than sequential order, on one CD-R or all discs in a six-disc CD player. To use random songs from all CDs loaded in a six-disc CD player in random order, press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM label until Randomize All Discs displays. - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 211
, press the pushbutton located below either arrow button. The CD goes to the next or previous artist in alphabetical order. Continue pressing either a CD is in the player. Press this button again and the system automatically searches for an auxiliary input device such as a portable audio player. If - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 212
Condition XL on the radio display, after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. Action Required These channels, or any others, can be blocked correctly, but the vehicle is in a location that is blocking the XM™ signal. When you move in service Channel no longer available Artist - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 213
Theftlocked Condition Category Name not available No Text/Informational message available No channel available for the chosen category Theft lock swapped between vehicles. If this message appears after having your vehicle serviced, check with your retailer. If tuned to channel 0, this message will - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 214
accessory power outlet. XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada when making or receiving phone calls, charging the phone's battery, or simply having the phone on. This interference is - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 215
outer edge. Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, replace it. Check occasionally to make sure the mast is still tightened to the antenna base - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 216
✍ NOTES 216 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 217
Vehicle ...218 Defensive Driving ...218 Drunken Driving ...219 Control of a Vehicle ...222 Braking ...222 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...223 Braking in Emergencies ...225 Enhanced Traction System (ETS) ...226 Limited-Slip Differential ...227 Steering ...227 Off-Road Recovery ...230 Passing ...231 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 218
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 18. {CAUTION: Defensive driving really means " - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 219
for these laws. The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But what each person and situation, here is some general information on the problem. The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 220
, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks. The law in most U.S. states, and throughout Canada, sets the legal limit at 0.08 percent. In some other countries, the limit is even lower. For example - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 221
0.10 percent, the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater; at a level of 0.15 percent, the chance is 25 times greater! The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 222
of the road, whether it is wet, dry, or icy; tire tread; the condition of the brakes; the weight of the vehicle; and the amount of brake force applied. Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 170. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 223
vehicle's performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 270. Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Your vehicle may have the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. If your vehicle has ABS, this warning light on the instrument panel - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 224
tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is what happens with ABS: A computer senses that - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 225
help you retain steering control. If you do have ABS, it is different. See Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on page 223. In many emergencies, steering can help you more than even the very best braking. Using ABS Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti-lock work for you - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 226
the ETS begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may re-engage the cruise control. See Cruise Control on page 147. The ETS operates in all transaxle shift lever positions. But the system can upshift the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 227
longer be displayed. Adding non-Saturn accessories can affect your vehicle's performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 270 for more information. Steering Electric Power Steering If the engine stalls while you are driving, the power steering assist system will continue to operate until - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 228
one factor you can control. Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly apply the brakes. Both control systems - steering and braking - have to do their work where the tires meet the road. Unless you have four-wheel anti-lock brakes, adding the hard braking can demand too much - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 229
See Accessories and Modifications on page 270. Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 230
off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. You can turn the steering wheel up to one-quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. Then turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 231
Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 232
Check your vehicle's mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front slowly moving vehicle too rapidly. Even though the brake lamps are not flashing, it may be - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 233
by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle's three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels are not rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too much - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 234
steering control. Racing or Other Competitive Driving See your warranty book before using your vehicle for racing or other competitive driving. After reviewing your warranty book, please see the GM Performance Parts website or catalog and contact the race sanctioning bodies, for example Sports Car - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 235
sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you are driving, do not wear sunglasses ; that way, it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects. Just as the headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim, so should your eyes be examined - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 236
and keep your windshield washer fluid reservoir filled with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing start to separate from the inserts. Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turn as well - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 237
could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply the brake pedal lightly until the brakes work normally standing water, water can come in through the engine's air intake and badly damage the engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 238
Driving Through Flowing Water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips • Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray. • Have good tires with - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 239
going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. light turns green, and just before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light. One of the biggest problems - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 240
Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors, and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary. in the right lane unless you want to pass. Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal. Just before you leave the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 241
clean inside and outside? • Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? • Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? • Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 242
cool interior. • Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently. • If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service, or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 243
enjoyable. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system, and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. {CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. The brakes will have to do all the work of - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 244
you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. • You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area, or winding roads. Be alert to - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 245
some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet, or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 246
you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions. Under certain conditions, you may want to turn the ETS off, such as when driving through be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 247
Unless you have the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), you will want to brake very gently, too. If you do have ABS, see Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on page 223. ABS improves your vehicle's stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Whether you have ABS or not, you will want to begin - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 248
any that is blocking the exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there. You can run the engine to keep warm This will help keep CO out. Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 249
You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater run for a while. Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 250
the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 251
Information label also lists the tire size of the original equipment tires (C) (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and rear axle, see "Certification Label" later in this ). With the driver's door open, you will find the label attached below the door lock post (striker). The - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 252
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity for your vehicle. If - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 253
Example 1 Item A B C Description Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 2 = Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 300 lbs (136 kg) 700 lbs (317 kg) Item A B C Example 2 Description Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 254
fication label is found on the rear edge of the driver's door. The label shows the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, cargo, and tongue weight if pulling a Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. Refer to your vehicle - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 255
you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. Notice: Overloading your vehicle may cause damage. Repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 256
Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your retailer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 415. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 257
parking brake. To prevent battery rundown on long trips, remove the IP BATT 2 fuse (#41) from the engine compartment fuse block. See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 378 for more information. Once you have reached your destination, be sure to replace this fuse back into its original location - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 258
, do the following: 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. 2. If you have an automatic transaxle, shift the transaxle to PARK (P). If you have a manual transaxle, shift the vehicle to SECOND (2). 3. Set the parking brake and then remove the key. 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 259
, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well - or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. You may also damage your vehicle; the resulting repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Pull a trailer - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 260
controls. • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 1000 miles (1600 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 261
Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment. The weight of additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight. You can ask your retailer for trailering - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 262
Engine Exhaust on page 120. Dirt and water can, too. 262 Trailer Brakes If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, do not try to tap into your vehicle's hydraulic brake system. If you do, both brake systems won't work well, or at all. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 263
feel of handling and braking with the added brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time. During your trip, check situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing the bottom of the steering wheel with one - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 264
to check occasionally to temperatures may result and damage your vehicle. Frequent stops are very important to allow the engine and transaxle to cool. Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you do not shift down, you might have to use your brakes - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 265
Then apply your parking brake and shift into PARK (P) for an automatic transaxle or REVERSE (R) for a manual transaxle. 5. Release the regular brakes. When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: • start your engine • shift into - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 266
(don't overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, drive belt, cooling system and brake system. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will help you find them quickly. If you are trailering, it's a good idea to review this information before you start your trip. Check periodically to see - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 267
274 Filling the Tank ...275 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...277 Checking Things Under the Hood ...278 Hood Release ...279 Engine Compartment Overview ...280 Engine Oil ...283 Engine Oil Life System ...288 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...290 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ...292 Manual Transaxle Fluid - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 268
cation Number (VIN) ...374 Service Parts Identification Label ...374 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...327 Tires ...328 Winter Tires ...341 Different Size Tires and Wheels ...343 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...344 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...346 Wheel Replacement ...346 Tire Chains - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 269
5 Service and Appearance Care Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...375 Floor Console Fuse Block ...376 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...378 Capacities and Specifications ...384 Electrical System ...375 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...375 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...375 Power Windows and Other Power Options - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 270
as, airbags, braking, stability, ride and handling, emissions systems, aerodynamics, durability, and electronic systems like anti-lock brakes, traction control, and stability control. Some of these accessories may even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty. Saturn accessories are - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 271
, parts can later break or fall off. You could be hurt. If you want to do some of your own service work, you should use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 272
your own service work, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 82. You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform. See Maintenance Record on page 406. Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 273
you hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. See the underhood emission control label. If this fuel is not available in states adopting - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 274
the performance of the emission control system may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on. If this occurs, return to your retailer for service. Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel might be hard to - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 275
re-enter vehicle while pumping fuel. Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump fuel. The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the passenger's side of the vehicle. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise. The fuel cap has a spring in it; if - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 276
in the Message Center if the fuel cap is not properly reinstalled. See Check Gas Cap Message on page 185 for more information. {CAUTION: If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 277
: (Continued) {CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and the filling is complete. • Do not smoke while pumping gasoline. • Do not use a cellular phone while - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 278
Checking Things Under the Hood {CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 279
with this symbol on it. It is located to the left of the steering column below the instrument panel. 2. Push the secondary hood release lever, located under the center of the hood above the grille, to the right to disengage it. 3. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer, and put the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 280
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2.2L L4 engine (2.4L L4 engine similar), here is what you will see: 280 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 281
E. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See "Brake Fluid" under Brakes on page 308 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 293. F. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 378. G. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting on page 312. H. Engine Coolant Surge Tank. See Engine - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 282
When you open the hood on the 2.0L L4 Supercharged engine, here is what you will see: 282 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 283
Brakes on page 308 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 293. F. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 290. G. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 378. H. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting on page 312. I. Engine Coolant Surge Tank - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 284
oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged. 2.2L L4 Engine and 2.4L L4 Engine 2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine See Engine Compartment Overview on page 280 for the location of the engine oil fill cap. Be sure to add enough oil to put the level - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 285
on the front of the oil container. Notice: Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty. 285 Look - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 286
SAE 0W-30 oil. Both provide easier cold starting and better protection for the engine at extremely low temperatures. For Vehicles with the 2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine Only Look for two things: • GM4718M Your vehicle's engine requires a special oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M, such as Mobil 1® or - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 287
cause engine damage not covered by your warranty. engine is filled at Engine Oil: When adding oil to maintain engine oil temperatures. Substitute oil not meeting GM Standard GM4718M should not be used for an oil change. Engine for good performance and engine protection. Look for this - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 288
Oil Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably. For the oil - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 289
to LOCK. If the CHG OIL message comes back on when you start your vehicle, the engine oil life system has not reset. Repeat the procedure. Your vehicle has a unique oil filter element. When installing the filler cap do not exceed 18 lb-ft (25 Y). Inspect the condition of the O-ring and replace if - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 290
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Replacement 2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine See Engine Compartment Overview on page 280 for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter. 2.2L L4 Engine shown, 2.4L L4 Engine similar 290 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 291
the hinges. For vehicles that have the 2.0L L4 Supercharged engine, remove the three screws on the cover. 3. Pull the air cleaner/filter box cover out and remove the air filter element from the air filter box. If the element is dirty, you should replace it. If the element is only dusty, it may be - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 292
transaxle fluid may damage your vehicle, and the damages may not be covered by your warranty. Always use the automatic transaxle fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 402. {CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 293
® may cause premature engine, heater core, or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant may require changing sooner, at the first maintenance service after each 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always use DEX - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 294
badly damaged. The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core, and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your retailer check your cooling system. Notice: If you use extra - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 295
a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be near the cold fill line. When your engine is warm, the level should be at the cold fill line or a little higher. The surge tank is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 280 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 296
instructions on how to add coolant to the coolant surge tank and/or intercooler fill neck. {CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. When replacing - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 297
zone could cause your vehicle to overheat. Your vehicle could be damaged and the damages might not be covered by your warranty. Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle's instrument panel. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 173 for more information. 297 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 298
. You or others could be badly burned. Stop your engine if it overheats, and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool. Notice: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 298 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 299
is still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine for three minutes while you are parked. If you still have the warning, turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down. You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away. 299 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 300
cold fill line. If it is not, you may have a leak at the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump, or somewhere else in the cooling system. 2.2L L4 Engine shown, 2.4L L4 and 2.0L L4 Supercharged Engines similar A. Electric Engine Cooling Fan B. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap 300 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 301
the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fan is running. If the engine is overheating, the fan should be running. If it is not, your vehicle needs service. Turn off the engine. Notice: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty. Notice - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 302
Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you have not found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at the cold fill line, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL® coolant at the coolant surge tank, but - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 303
. {CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the upper - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 304
is lower, add more of the proper DEX-COOL® coolant mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the cold fill line. 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated. Check the level in the surge tank when the cooling system has cooled down. If the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 305
to the Intercooler System Fill Neck (2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine Only) If you have not found a problem yet, turn the engine off and allow it to cool down, then check to see if coolant is visible within the horizontal tube section of the fill neck. If coolant is not visible, add a 50/50 mixture of - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 306
coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. engine off add more of the DEX-COOL® coolant mixture to the fill neck until the level is again visible in the horizontal tube section. Then replace - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 307
the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 280 for reservoir location. Notice: • When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 308
Fluid The hydraulic clutch and brake master cylinder use the same reservoir. The reservoir is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 280 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 309
fluid. Notice: • Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in the brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced. Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid. • If - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 310
. Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 311
trunk's floor carpet latch to lift the cover up. Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 312
on page 312 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt. {CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: • They contain acid that can burn you. • They contain gas that can explode or ignite. • They contain enough electricity to burn you. If you do not follow these - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 313
procedure. Put an automatic transaxle in PARK (P) or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake. Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always turn off - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 314
is located on the engine compartment fuse block, under a red cap. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 280 for more information on location. The remote negative (−) ground terminal is a bolt located under the metal frame that supports the radiator. It is at the front of the engine compartment - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 315
. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have battery and maybe other parts too. And do not connect the negative (−) cable to the negative (−) terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks. 6. Remove the terminal cover - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 316
that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always connect and remove - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 317
Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the other vehicle. 5. Return the red protector cap to its original position. Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery 317 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 318
you take your vehicle to your retailer for service. Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb to use, see Replacement Bulbs on page 326. For any bulb pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 319
To change a headlamp bulb on a coupe model, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 279 for more information. 4. Raise the lock tab and pull the connector from the base of the bulb to remove the electrical connector from the headlamp bulb. 2. Pull up on the headlamp retaining - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 320
. See Hood Release on page 279 for more information. 4. Access the bulb by turning the dust cap counterclockwise to remove it. 2. Pull up on the headlamp retaining pins (A) to remove them from the headlamp assembly. 3. Pull the headlamp assembly (B) away from the vehicle and remove the electrical - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 321
5. Raise the lock tab and pull the connector (C) from the base of the bulb to remove the electrical connector. 6. Remove the bulb retaining nut (E) by turning it counterclockwise. 7. Remove the bulb (D) and replace it with the appropriate bulb. 8. Reverse the steps to reinstall the lamp assembly. - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 322
Front Turn Signal, Parking and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (Coupe) To change this bulb on a coupe model, do the following: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 279 for more information. 2. Reach behind the headlamp from inside the hood. 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 323
the headlamp removal for sedan under Headlamps (Coupe) on page 319 or Headlamps (Sedan) on page 320. This bulb is located next to the high/low-beam headlamp. 2. Remove the bulb socket (B) by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Remove the bulb (A) and replace it with the appropriate bulb. 4. Reverse the - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 324
) To change a CHMSL bulb, do the following: 1. Remove the CHMSL cover by pulling down on the cover edges from inside the vehicle. 3. Replace with the appropriate bulb. 4. Reinstall the bulb socket by turning it clockwise. 5. Replace the cover. Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps To - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 325
3. Slide the taillamp assembly back and remove it from the quarter panel. 4. Remove the bulb socket (B) by turning it counterclockwise. 5. Pull the bulb (A) from the socket and replace it with the appropriate bulb. 6. Reverse the steps to reinstall the taillamp assembly. 325 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 326
straight out of the socket. 4. Install the new bulb. 5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the lamp assembly. Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Back-up Lamps CHMSL Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamp/DRL Headlamps Stoplamp and Taillamps (Top) 1 Phillips Only Bulb Number 921 PC-175 5702KA 1 9007 3057K - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 327
blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 404. 2. Push the release lever (B) to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm (A) out of the blade (C). 3. Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 328
service, see your Saturn Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer's booklet included with your vehicle. CAUTION: (Continued) • Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting accident could cause serious injury. Check - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 329
size sliding into a curb. Your GM warranty does not cover this type of damage. Keep covered roads. With winter tires, there may be decreased dry road traction, increased road noise and shorter tire tread life. After switching to winter tires, be alert for changes in vehicle handling and braking - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 330
all four wheel positions. • Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load range, and speed rating as your original equipment tires. Winter tires with compact spare tire sidewall. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example (A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 331
fication Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sides tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 332
the maximum pressure needed to support that load. Compact Spare a regular road tire has lost air and gone flat. If your Size: A combination of letters and numbers define a tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description. The letter T as the first character in the tire size - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 333
: Diameter of the wheel in inches. (F) Service Description: These characters represent the load range and size. (A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter P as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 334
accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire's height to its width. Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located fuel, oil, and coolant, Rating for the front axle. See Loading - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 335
air pressure is molded onto the sidewall. Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight, accessory cars and some light support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated. 335 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 336
ratings for a tire's traction, temperature, and treadwear. Ratings are determined on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Vehicle Placard 's capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure. See "Tire - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 337
overloading • Premature or irregular wear • Poor handling • Reduced fuel economy If your tires have too much air (over-inflation), you can get the following: • Unusual was designed to carry. When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Do not forget to check the compact spare tire, it should - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 338
air until you reach the recommended amount. If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve. Re-check adjustment for high speed operation. When speed limits and road conditions are such that a vehicle can be driven at high speeds, make sure - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 339
file performance tires, size 215/45ZR17, require tire inflation pressure adjustment when driving your vehicle at speeds of 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher. Set the cold tire inflation pressure to 33 psi (227 kPa) for the front and rear tires when operating your vehicle at high-speed conditions. When you - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 340
After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 250 for an example of the tire and loading information label and its location on your vehicle. Make certain that all wheel nuts are - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 341
is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. Buying New Tires GM has developed (TPC spec) system rating. If you need replacement tires, GM strongly recommends that you get tires - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 342
performance of your vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. . {CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes, brands, or types (radial and bias-belted tires - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 343
size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this may affect the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover. Additionally, if your vehicle has electronic systems such as, anti-lock brakes, traction control - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 344
AA Temperature A traction, and temperature performance. This the sidewalls of most passenger car tires. The Uniform Tire General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government conditions of their use, however, and may - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 345
braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. Temperature - A, B, C The temperature heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 346
pulling to one side or the other, the alignment may need to be checked. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer/retailer if any of these conditions - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 347
make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for replacement. Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 348
could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash. Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer's instructions. To help avoid damage - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 349
while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle's tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may be very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently brake to a stop - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 350
and they could be badly injured or even killed. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put an automatic transaxle shift lever in PARK (P), or shift a manual transaxle to FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R). CAUTION: (Continued) 350 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 351
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need is located in the trunk. Models with a 2.2L L4 or 2.4L Engine 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 98 for more information. The following information will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. 2. - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 352
A. B. C. D. E. F. Cover Retainer Spare Tire Wing Nut Jack and Wheel Wrench Bolt 352 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 353
and out of the trunk. 5. Remove the wing nut (D) that holds the jack and remove the jack and wheel wrench (E). Models with a 2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 98 for more information. 2. Lift the trunk liner to access the spare tire and tools. 353 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 354
A. B. C. D. E. Retainer Jack and Wheel Wrench Spare Tire Foam Support Bolt 3. Remove the retainer (A) that holds down the jack, wheel wrench (B) and spare tire (C). 4. Remove the spare tire by placing your hands at the four - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 355
You will need to turn the plastic wheel nut counterclockwise to loosen the wheel wrench from the jack. Press the button and then pull on the end of the wheel wrench to extend the handle. 355 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 356
do not come off. Using the flat end of the wheel wrench, pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off. If your vehicle has aluminum wheels, first remove the center cap by pulling it out position or you may damage your vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 356 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 357
or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. 3. Position the jack lift head at the jack location nearest the flat tire. The front location is about 7 inches (17.8 cm) rearward from the front wheel opening. The rear location is about 2 inches (5.1 cm) forward of the rear - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 358
vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 359
off. 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 360
{CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 9. Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 10. Lower - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 361
accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 362
on the compact spare, you could damage the cover or the spare. Do not try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It will not fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools {CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 363
A. B. C. D. E. F. Cover Retainer Jack and Wheel Wrench Stow Bolt Extension Spare Tire Bolt 2.2L L4 and 2.4L Engine 363 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 364
Jack and Wheel Wrench Stow Bolt Extension Spare Tire Foam Support Bolt To store a flat or spare tire and tools, do the following: 1. Remove the stow bolt extension rod and sleeve into the center of the flat tire, being careful not to scratch the inside of the wheel. 2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine 364 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 365
replace the spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible. The spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case it is needed again. Notice: When the compact spare is installed, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 366
because newspapers and garments that transfer color to your home furnishings may also transfer color to your vehicle's interior. When to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning your vehicle's interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening your vehicle's doors and windows. Dust - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 367
, about 20 drops per gallon (3.78 L) of water is a good guide. • Do not heavily saturate your upholstery while cleaning. • Damage to soils: remove as much as possible and then vacuum. To clean, use the following instructions: 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or club soda. 2. - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 368
panel. The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. 368 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 369
Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. The best way to preserve your or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. {CAUTION: Do not bleach or - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 370
and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under Washing gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that new by keeping your vehicle in a garage or covered whenever possible. Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 371
Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace covered by your warranty. Never drive a vehicle equipped with aluminum or chrome-plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. Aluminum Wheels Notice: Chrome wheels and other chrome trim - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 372
applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty. Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 373
to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, covers. Removes dust, fingerprints, and surface contaminants. Spray on wipe off. Removes swirl marks, fine scratches, and other light surface contamination. Removes light - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 374
character in the VIN is the engine code. This code helps you identify your vehicle's engine, specifications, and replacement parts. Service Parts Identification Label This label is on your spare tire cover. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. The label has the following information - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 375
. Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 82. Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories. When the current - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 376
pull the floor console cover, starting near the front of the vehicle, away from the floor console. Then remove the fuse block cover to access the fuses. Fuses FUEL PUMP BCM ELECT BCM (PWR) DASH LIGHTER PARK CLUSTER PWR WINDOWS Usage Fuel Pump Relay Ignition Switch, Body Control Module (BCM) Entry - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 377
Fuses STOP HVAC CRUISE AIR BAG WIPER SW RADIO (BATT1) ONSTAR RADIO (ACC) IGN SW EPS PWR OUTLET SUN ROOF Usage Stoplamp (Brake) Switch Climate Control Cruise Control Module, Clutch Start Switch Airbags, Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) Windshield Wipers and Washers, Transaxle Shift Lock Control - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 378
's Side Headlamp Air Conditioning Not Used Not Used Anti-lock Brake System, Traction Control Module Engine Control Module, Electronic Throttle Control Canister Purge Solenoid, Mass Airflow Sensor, Low Coolant Switch, Oxygen Sensors, Air Pump Relay Coil Electric Ignition Control Module, Charging - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 379
/Ignition Body Control Module 1 Anti-lock Brake System, Traction Control Module Body Control Module 2 Not Used Electric Power Steering Air Pump Relay Fuse Cooling Fan Crank Body Control Module 1A Body Control Module (IGN 3) Relays 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 Diodes 35 Usage Air Conditioning - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 380
Fuses 1 2 3 4 Usage Engine Control Module Not Used Not Used Passenger's Side Headlamp Usage Air Conditioning Not Used Not Used Anti-lock Brake System Engine Control Module, Electronic Throttle Control Canister Purge Solenoid, Mass Airflow Sensor, Low Coolant Switch, Oxygen Sensors Electric Ignition - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 381
Defogger Starter/Ignition Body Control Module 1 Anti-lock Brake System Body Control Module 2 Not Used Electric Power Steering Cooling Fan 2 Cooling Fan 1 Crank Body Control Module 1A Body Control Module (IGN 3) Relays 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 Diodes 35 Usage Air Conditioning Clutch Horn - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 382
's Side Headlamp Air Conditioning 14 15 16 17 18 19 Usage Not Used Not Used Anti-lock Brake System, Traction Control Module Engine Control Module, Electronic Throttle Control Canister Purge Solenoid, Mass Airflow Sensor, Low Coolant Switch, Oxygen Sensors Electric Ignition Control Module, Charging - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 383
Starter/Ignition Body Control Module 1 Anti-lock Brake System, Traction Control Module Body Control Module 2 Not Used Electric Power Steering Cooling Fan 2 Cooling Fan Crank Body Control Module 1A Body Control Module (IGN 3) Relays 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 Diodes 35 Usage Air Conditioning - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 384
caution label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. 7.4 qt 6.8 qt 7.2 qt 2.0 qt 6.0 qt 5.0 qt 7.0 L 6.5 L 6.8 L 1.9 L 5.7 L 4.7 L Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Cooling System 2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine 2.2L L4 Engine 2.4L L4 Engine Intercooler System - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 385
Application Fuel Tank 2.2L L4 Engine (with NU6 emissions) sold new in CA, ME, VT, NY, NH, MA (see your dealer for bordering states 2.2L L4 Engine (without NU6 emissions) sold new in all other states (see your dealer for more information) 2.4L and 2.0L Supercharged L4 Engine sold new in all states - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 386
Engine Specifications Engine 2.0L L4 Supercharged 2.2L L4 (L61) 2.4L VIN Code P F B Transaxle Manual Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Spark Plug Gap 0.039 inches (1.00 mm) 0.040 inches (1.01 mm) 0.040 inches (1.01 mm) 386 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 387
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...397 At Each Fuel Fill ...398 At Least Once a Month ...398 At Least Once a Year ...399 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...402 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...404 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...405 Maintenance Record ...406 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 388
Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not be covered by warranty. 388 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 389
may need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your Saturn surfaces within legal driving limits. • use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 272. 389 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 390
want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 425. Owner Checks and Services on page 397 tells you what should be checked, when to check it, and what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. The proper replacement parts, fluids, and - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 391
the best conditions, the engine oil life system may not indicate that vehicle service is necessary for over a year. However, your engine oil and Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system. When the CHG OIL message appears, certain services, checks, and inspections are required. Required services - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 392
on page 283. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 288. An Emission Control Service. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (j). Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 290. See footnote (l). Rotate tires - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 393
'd) Service Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels. If you have the 2.0L L4 supercharged engine, check intercooler fluid level. Add fluid as needed. Perform any needed additional services. See "Additional Required Services" in this section. Inspect suspension and steering components - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 394
Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 290. Change automatic transaxle fluid (severe service). See footnote (h). Change automatic transaxle fluid (normal service). Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Replace engine fuel filter. An Emission Control Service - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 395
fing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect drum brake linings/shoes for wear or cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. (b) Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 396
. 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, door hinges and latches, hood hinges and latches, glove box hinges, sunroof (if the vehicle has one), and any folding - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 397
Coolant on page 293 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean pressure cap and filler neck. Pressure test the system and pressure cap. 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 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 398
350. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL® coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 293 for further details. Tire Wear Inspection Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service noti - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 399
if it starts. 3. On automatic transaxle vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your Saturn retailer for service. On manual transaxle vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL, push - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 400
Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position. • With an automatic transaxle, the ignition should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The ignition key should come out only in LOCK. • With a manual - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 401
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 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 402
. GM Goodwrench® oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. For the proper viscosity, see Engine Oil on page 283. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 293. Intercooler mixture System (2.0L L4 50/50 and use of clean, drinkable water - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 403
Manual Transmission Fluid (2.0L L4 Supercharged (Part No. 21018899). engine) Automatic DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transaxle Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Key Lock (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, Cylinders in Canada 10953474). Usage Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 404
Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your retailer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 2.2L L4 and 2.4L L4 Engines 2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine Engine Oil Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element Spark Plugs 2.2L L4 Engine - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 405
Engine Drive Belt Routing 2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine 2.2L L4 and 2.4L L4 Engines Belt routing for air conditioning option shown. Dotted line shows routing for vehicles without air conditioning option. 405 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 406
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 388. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 397 can be added on the following record pages. You - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 407
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 407 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 408
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 408 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 409
United States Government ...424 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ...424 Reporting Safety Defects to Saturn ...425 Service Publications Ordering Information ...425 Customer Assistance and Information ...410 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...410 Online Owner Center ...413 Customer - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 410
handle your call and assist in providing product and warranty information, the nearest dealer/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 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 411
regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. This program is available at no cost to you, our customer and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage and other factors. Saturn Corporation reserves the right to change eligibility - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 412
after following the procedure outlined in Steps 1 and 2, General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims. The program provides for the review of the facts involved by an impartial third party arbiter, and may - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 413
your specific vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner manual. • Keep track of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find Saturn retailers for service nationwide. • Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members. Refer to www - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 414
can communicate with Saturn by dialing 1-800-TDD-6000. TTY users in Canada may dial 1-800-263-3830. Customer Assistance Offices Saturn encourages customers to Saturn Customer Assistance Center 100 Saturn Parkway Mail Code 371-999-S24 Spring Hill, TN 37174-1500 1-800-553-6000 1-800-833-6000 (For - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 415
in Canada, call 1-800-268-6800. Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 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 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 416
condition, when equipped and properly inflated is 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 are covered at no charge. • Trip Routing Service - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 417
order are covered under Saturn's Bumper-to-Bumper warranty for U.S. customers, and the duration of the Base Warranty Coverage for Canadian customers of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. However, any cost for parts and labor for non-warranty location • Location of the vehicle • Model, year, color - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 418
on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if the vehicle has the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 419
airbag readiness, airbag performance 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 check the OnStar® subscription service agreement or owner manual for information on its operations and - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 420
replacement parts. 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. Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 421
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 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 422
is 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. • Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away. Make sure this includes your insurance information and registration - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 423
recycled original GM parts. Remember, recycled parts are not 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 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 424
of vehicles, it could order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your 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 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 425
Saturn Customer Communication Centre General Motors of Canada Limited CA1-163-005 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 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 426
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 them. In Canada, information relating to product service bulletins can be obtained by contacting your Saturn retailer. Bulletins cover various subjects. - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 427
A Accessories and Modifications ...270 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...83 Additives, Fuel ...273 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...375 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...290 Air Conditioning ...155, 157 Airbag Passenger Status Indicator ...168 Readiness Light ...167 Airbag Sensing and - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 428
Battery ...Run-Down Protection ...Battery Warning Light ...Before Leaving on a Long Trip ...Boost Gage ...Brake Emergencies ...Parking ...Brakes ...System Warning Light ...Braking ...Braking in Emergencies ...Break-In, New Vehicle ...311 153 170 241 180 225 115 308 170 222 225 104 Bulb Replacement - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 429
Belt ...36 Compact Spare Tire ...365 Compass ...122, 125 Competitive Driving, Racing or Other ...234 Content Theft-Deterrent ...103 Control of a Vehicle ...222 Convenience Net ...134 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ...173 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...297 Cooling System ...300 Cruise Control ...147 429 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 430
Service Work ...271 Dome Lamp ...153 Door Delayed Locking ...95 Locks ...94 Power Door Locks ...95 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...96 Rear Door Security Locks ...96 Rear Doors E Electrical System Add-On Equipment ...375 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...378 Floor Console Fuse Block ...376 430 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 431
Windows and Other Power Options ...375 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...375 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...290 Change Oil Message ...183 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...174 Coolant ...293 Coolant Temperature Gage ...173 Drive Belt Routing ...405 Engine Compartment Overview ...280 Exhaust ...120 Oil - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 432
and Mountain Roads ...242 Hood Checking Things Under ...278 Release ...279 Horn ...142 How to Use This Manual ...3 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...24 Hydraulic Clutch ...293 G Gage Boost ...Engine Coolant Temperature ...Fuel ...Speedometer ...Tachometer ...Gas, Check Cap Message ...Gasoline - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 433
89 L Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...330 Lamps Dome ...153 Map ...153 LATCH System Child Restraints ...53 License Plate Lamps ...326 Light Airbag Readiness ...167 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...172 Battery Warning ...170 Brake System Warning ...170 Highbeam On ...179 Malfunction Indicator ...174 Oil - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 434
Controls ...9 Manual Seats ...8 Manual Transaxle Fluid ...293 Operation ...112 Manual Windows ...100 Map Lamps ...153 Message Center ...182 Change Engine Oil ...183 Check Gage ...184 Check Gas Cap ...185 Cruise Control ...183 Error ...185 Low Fuel Warning ...185 Low Traction ...182 Power Steering - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 435
Maintenance Replacement Parts ...404 Outlets Accessory Power ...153 Outside Convex Mirror ...129 Power Mirrors ...128 Remote Control Mirror ...128 Owner Checks and Services ...397 Owners, Canadian ...3 P Paint, Damage ...372 Park (P) Shifting Into ...116 Shifting Out of ...118 Parking Brake ...115 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 436
Power Door Locks ...95 Electrical System ...375 Reduced Engine Light ...178 Retained Accessory (RAP) ...108 Steering Message ...184 Windows ...101 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ...40 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...96 Q Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ...23 R Racing or Other Competitive - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 437
Seat Position ...61 Right Front Seat Position ...64 Service ...270 Accessories and Modifications ...270 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...272 California Proposition 65 Warning ...271 Doing Your Own Work ...271 Engine Soon Light ...174 Publications Ordering Information ...425 437 - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 438
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...82 Sheet Metal Damage ...372 Shifting Into Park (P) ...116 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...118 Engine ...108 Steering ...227 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...142 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area ...133 Convenience Net ...134 Cupholder(s) ...133 Glove Box - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 439
and Tire Balance ...346 Wheel Replacement ...346 When It Is Time for Shift Light ...170 V Vehicle Control ...222 Damage Warnings ...5 Loading ...250 Parking Your ...118 Symbols ...5 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ...418 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...374 Service Parts - 2007 Saturn Ion | Owner's Manual - Page 440
Tire Balance ...346 Different Size ...343 Replacement ...346 Where to Put the Restraint ...52 Windows ...100 Manual ...100 Power ...101 Windshield Washer ...145 Washer Fluid ...307 Windshield (cont.) Wiper Blade Replacement ...Wiper Blades, Cleaning ...Wiper Fuses ...Wiper Lever ...Winter Driving
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Seats and Restraint Systems
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7
Front Seats
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8
Rear Seats
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16
Safety Belts
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18
Child Restraints
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41
Airbag System
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Restraint System Check
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Features and Controls
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Keys
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Doors and Locks
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Windows
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100
Theft-Deterrent Systems
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103
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
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Mirrors
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OnStar
®
System
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Storage Areas
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Sunroof
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Instrument Panel
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Instrument Panel Overview
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Climate Controls
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Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
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Message Center
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Audio System(s)
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Driving Your Vehicle
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Your Driving, the Road, and
Your Vehicle
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Towing
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Service and Appearance Care
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Service
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270
Fuel
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272
Checking Things Under the Hood
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278
Headlamp Aiming
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318
Bulb Replacement
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