SATURN AURA 2007 Owners Manual

Storage Areas
Glove Box
Open the glove box by lifting up on the lever.
Close the glove box with a rm push.
Cupholder(s)
There are two removable cupholders and
additional storage areas located at the rear of the
shift lever. To access, push the button and the
cover will slide back automatically. To close, slide
the cover forward and lock into place.
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Pull down the door on the back of the center
console to use the rear seat cupholders.
Center Console Storage Area
Your vehicle has a center console with two
storage areas. To access the upper tray storage,
lift the passenger side lever. To access the
lower storage area, lift the driver side lever.
Convenience Net
Your vehicle may have a convenience net located
on each side of the trunk to help keep small
loads, like grocery bags, in place during sharp
turns or quick stops and starts.
The net is not designed for larger, heavier items.
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Sunroof
If your vehicle has a
sunroof, the switch is
located on the headliner
between the map
lamps.
The sunroof will only operate while the ignition is
in ON or in ACC, or if Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) is active. SeeRetained Accessory
Power (RAP) on page 109.
Press the back of the switch and release it to
open the sunroof to the vent position. From the
vent position, press and release the back of
the switch to express-open the sunroof. To stop
the sunroof from express opening, press the switch
again. If the sunshade is closed, it will open
automatically when the sunroof opens past the
vented position.A deector will automatically raise when the
sunroof is opened. The deector will retract when
the sunroof is closed.
To close the sunroof, press the front of the switch
and hold it until the sunroof is closed. The
sunroof will stop if the switch is released. Close
the sunshade by hand.
The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or
closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure.
Notice:If you force the sunshade forward of
the sliding glass panel, damage will occur
and the sunroof may not open or close
properly. Always close the glass panel before
closing the sunshade.
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Instrument Panel Overview........................ 138
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 140
Other Warning Devices............................. 140
Horn.......................................................... 140
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel............ 140
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 141
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 142
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 142
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 142
Windshield Wipers..................................... 143
Windshield Washer.................................... 144
Cruise Control........................................... 145
Headlamps................................................ 148
Headlamps on Reminder........................... 148
Headlamps Off in PARK (P)...................... 149
Delayed Headlamps.................................. 149
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 149
Automatic Headlamp System..................... 150
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 151
Dome Lamp.............................................. 151
Entry/Exit Lighting...................................... 151
Parade Dimming........................................ 152
Overhead Console Reading Lamps........... 152Trunk Lamp............................................... 152
Battery Run-Down Protection..................... 152
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 153
Climate Controls......................................... 154
Automatic Climate Control System............. 154
Outlet Adjustment...................................... 160
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators..... 161
Instrument Panel Cluster........................... 162
Speedometer and Odometer...................... 163
Trip Odometer........................................... 163
Tachometer............................................... 163
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 163
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light....... 164
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 164
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 165
Charging System Light.............................. 167
Brake System Warning Light..................... 168
Antilock Brake System Warning Light........ 169
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light.............. 170
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light........................................ 170
Electronic Stability Control
Indicator Light........................................ 171
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light........................................ 171
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........................ 172
Oil Pressure Light..................................... 175
Security Light............................................ 176
Cruise Control Light.................................. 176
Highbeam On Light................................... 176
Fuel Gage................................................. 177
Auto Stop Mode........................................ 178
Charge/Assist Gage................................... 178
Fuel Economy Light.................................. 179
Driver Information Center (DIC).................. 179
DIC Operation and Displays...................... 180
DIC Warnings and Messages.................... 182
DIC Vehicle Personalization....................... 187Audio System(s)......................................... 192
Setting the Time........................................ 194
Radio with CD (MP3)................................ 195
Using an MP3........................................... 200
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................. 206
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.................. 206
Radio Reception........................................ 207
Care of Your CDs..................................... 207
Care of the CD Player.............................. 207
Backglass Antenna.................................... 208
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Instrument Panel Overview
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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on
page 160.
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 141.
C. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 162.
D. Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever. See
Windshield Wipers on page 143andWindshield
Washer on page 144.
E. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 140.
F. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator. See
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 165.
G. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See
Instrument Panel Brightness on page 151.
H. Cruise Controls. SeeCruise Control on
page 145. Driver Information Center (DIC)
Buttons. SeeDriver Information Center (DIC)
on page 179.
I. Tilt Lever. SeeTilt and Telescopic Steering
Wheel on page 140.J. Horn. SeeHorn on page 140.
K. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped).
SeeAudio Steering Wheel Controls on
page 206.
L. Ignition Switch. SeeIgnition Positions on
page 108.
M. Automatic Climate Control System. See
Automatic Climate Control System on
page 154.
N. Traction Control Button. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 217. Electronic Stability
Control Button. SeeElectronic Stability
Control on page 219.
O. Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic Transaxle Operation
on page 116.
P. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on
page 192.
Q. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 131.
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Hazard Warning Flashers
The hazard warning ashers let you warn the
police and others that you have a problem. The
front and rear turn signal lamps will ash on
and off.
The hazard warning
asher button is located
towards the center of
the instrument panel.
Press the button to make the front and rear turn
signal lamps ash on and off. Press the button
again to turn the ashers off.
While the hazard warning ashers are on, the turn
signals do not work.
The hazard warning ashers work no matter what
position the key is in, and even if the key is not
in the ignition switch.
Other Warning Devices
If you carry reective triangles, you can set them
up at the side of the road about 300 feet
(100 m) behind your vehicle.
Horn
Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering
wheel pad to sound the horn.
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
A tilt and telescope wheel lets you adjust the
steering wheel before you drive. The steering
wheel can be raised to the highest level to give
your legs more room when you enter and exit the
vehicle.
The lever that lets you tilt and telescope the
steering wheel is located on the left side of the
steering column.
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