oil change SATURN AURA 2010 User Guide

Rotation of New Tires
To maintain ride, handling, and performance of the
vehicle, it is important that the first rotation service for
new tires be performed when they have 8 000 to
13 000 km (5,000 to 8,000 miles). SeeTire Inspection
and Rotation on page 6-57.
Scheduled Maintenance
When the Change Oil Soon Message
Displays
Change engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil on
page 6-17.An Emission Control Service.
When the Change Oil Soon message displays, service
is required for the vehicle as soon as possible, within
the next 1 000 km/600 miles. If driving under the
best conditions, the engine oil life system might not
indicate the need for vehicle service for more than
a year. The engine oil and filter must be changed at
least once a year and the oil life system must be reset.
Your dealer/retailer has trained service technicians
who will perform this work and reset the system. If the
engine oil life system is reset accidentally, service
the vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 miles since the last
service. Reset the oil life system whenever the oil
is changed. SeeEngine Oil Life System on page 6-20.When the Change Oil Soon message displays, certain
services, checks, and inspections are required. The
services described for MaintenanceIshould be
performed at every engine oil change. The services
described for MaintenanceIIshould be performed when:
•MaintenanceIwas performed the last time the
engine oil was changed.
•It has been 10 months or more since the Change
Oil Soon message has displayed or since the last
service.
MaintenanceI
•Change engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil on
page 6-17.An Emission Control Service.
•Engine coolant level check. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 6-25.
•Windshield washer fluid level check. SeeWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 6-32.
•Tire inflation check. SeeInation - Tire Pressure on
page 6-51.
•Tire wear inspection. SeeTire Inspection and
Rotation on page 6-57.
•Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 6-57.
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Once a Month
•
Tire inflation check. SeeInation - Tire Pressure on
page 6-51.
•Tire wear inspection. SeeTire Inspection and
Rotation on page 6-57.
Once a Year
•
Starter switch check. SeeOwner Checks and
Services on page 7-8.
•Parking brake and automatic transmission P (Park)
mechanism check. SeeOwner Checks and
Services on page 7-8.
•Automatic transmission shiftlock control system
check. SeeOwner Checks and Services on
page 7-8.
•Ignition transmission lock check. SeeOwner
Checks and Services on page 7-8.
•Engine cooling system and pressure cap pressure
check. Radiator and air conditioning condenser
outside cleaning. SeeCooling System on
page 6-24.
•Exhaust system and nearby heat shields inspection
for loose or damaged components.
•Throttle system inspection for interference, binding
or for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as
needed. Replace any components that have
high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate
accelerator or cruise control cables.
•If the vehicle has a Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit, check the sealant expiration date printed on
the instruction label of the kit. SeeTire Sealant and
Compressor Kit on page 6-67.
First Engine Oil Change After Every
40 000 km/25,000 Miles
•
Fuel system inspection for damage or leaks.
First Engine Oil Change After Every
80 000 km/50,000 Miles
•
Engine air cleaner filter replacement. SeeEngine
Air Cleaner/Filter on page 6-21.
•2.4L Engine Only: Automatic transmission fluid and
filter change (severe service only) for vehicles
mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather, in
hilly or mountainous terrain, when frequently
towing a trailer, or used for taxi, police, or delivery
service. SeeAutomatic Transmission Fluid on
page 6-23.
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•3.6L Engine Only: Automatic transmission fluid
change (severe service) for vehicles mainly driven in
heavy city traffic in hot weather, in hilly or
mountainous terrain, when frequently towing a
trailer, or used for taxi, police, or delivery service.
SeeAutomatic Transmission Fluid on page 6-23.
First Engine Oil Change After Every
160 000 km/100,000 Miles
•
3.6L Engine Only: Automatic transmission fluid
change (normal service). SeeAutomatic
Transmission Fluid on page 6-23.
•Spark plug replacement and spark plug wires
inspection.An Emission Control Service.
First Engine Oil Change After Every
240 000 km/150,000 Miles
•
Engine cooling system drain, flush, and refill,
cooling system and cap pressure check, and
cleaning of outside of radiator and air conditioning
condenser (or every 5 years, whichever occurs
first). SeeEngine Coolant on page 6-25.An
Emission Control Service.
•Engine accessory drive belt inspection for fraying,
excessive cracks, or obvious damage and
replacement, if needed.An Emission Control
Service.
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Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system.••
Engine coolant level check.••
Windshield washer fluid level check.••
Tire inflation pressures check.••
Tire wear inspection.••
Rotate tires.••
Fluids visual leak check.••
Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles driven in dusty conditions only).••
Brake system inspection.••
Steering and suspension inspection.•
Engine cooling system inspection.•
Windshield wiper blades inspection.•
Body components lubrication.•
Restraint system components check.•
Engine air cleaner filter inspection (vehicles not driven in dusty conditions).•
3.6L Engine Only: Automatic transmission fluid level check.•
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K
Keyless Entry
Remote (RKE) System................................... 3-3
Keyless Entry System....................................... 3-3
Keys............................................................... 3-2
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall.....................................6-45
Lamps
Daytime Running (DRL)................................4-11
Dome ........................................................4-13
License Plate..............................................6-43
Malfunction Indicator....................................4-34
Reading.....................................................4-13
Lap-Shoulder Belt...........................................2-25
LATCH System for Child Restraints...................2-44
Leaving After Parking on a Hill.........................5-33
Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running......3-28
Lift Seat, Power............................................... 2-9
Lighting
Entry/Exit...................................................4-13
Parade Dimming..........................................4-13
Lights............................................................4-10
Airbag Readiness........................................4-28
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning............4-31
Brake System Warning.................................4-30Lights (cont.)
Charging System.........................................4-30
Cruise Control.............................................4-38
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning.............4-33
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 4-5
Highbeam On.............................................4-38
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 4-5
Oil Pressure...............................................4-37
On Reminder..............................................4-10
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator..................4-29
Safety Belt Reminders..................................4-26
Security.....................................................4-37
Tire Pressure..............................................4-34
Loading a CD................................................4-57
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................5-19
Locks
Delayed Locking........................................... 3-9
Door ........................................................... 3-8
Lockout Protection.......................................3-10
Power Door .................................................. 3-8
Programmable Automatic Door Locks............... 3-9
Rear Door Security Locks
.............................3-10
Loss of Control...............................................5-11
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children.............2-44
Lumbar
Power Controls............................................. 2-5
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When the Change Oil Soon Message Displays..... 7-3
When to Add Engine Oil..................................6-18
When to Change Engine Oil.............................6-20
When to Check..............................................6-52
When to Check Power Steering Fluid................6-31
When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.....6-21
Where to Put the Child Restraint.......................2-42
Why Safety Belts Work....................................2-13
Window Lockout.............................................3-15
Windows.......................................................3-13
Power ........................................................3-14
Windshield
Washer........................................................ 4-6
Washer Fluid..............................................6-32
Wiper Blade Replacement.............................6-44
Wiper Blades, Cleaning................................6-93
Wiper Fuses...............................................6-96
Wipers......................................................... 4-5
Winter Driving................................................5-16X
XM Radio Messages.......................................4-67
XM Satellite Radio Service...............................4-57
XM™ Satellite Radio
Antenna.....................................................4-84
XM™ Satellite Radio Service............................4-83
Y
Your Responsibility..........................................1-25
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