seats SATURN ION 2007 Owner's Manual

Your Responsibility
You may need to increase the volume of your
radio to hear the OnStar®advisor. If the light next
to the OnStar®buttons is red, this means that
your system is not functioning properly and should
be checked by a dealer. If the light appears
clear (no light is appearing), your OnStar
®
subscription has expired. You can always press
the blue OnStar®button to conrm that your
OnStar®equipment is active.
Storage Areas
Glove Box
Open the glove box by pulling back on the lever.
Close the glove box with a rm push.
Cupholder(s)
Your vehicle may have cupholders between the
rear seats.
Center Console Storage Area
Your vehicle has a center console storage area
between the 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.
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Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog from the rear window.
The rear window defogger will only work when the
ignition is in RUN.
<(Rear):Press the button to turn the rear
window defogger on or off. Be sure to clear as
much snow from the rear window as possible.
An indicator light above the button will come on to
let you know that the rear window defogger is
activated.
The rear window defogger will turn off
approximately 15 minutes after the button is
pressed. If turned on again, the defogger will only
run for approximately ve minutes before turning
off. The defogger can also be turned off by pressing
the button again or by turning off the engine.
Notice:Do not use anything sharp on the
inside of the rear window. If you do, you could
cut or damage the warming grid, and the
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Do not attach a temporary vehicle license,
tape, a decal or anything similar to the
defogger grid.
Outlet Adjustment
Use the louvers located on the air outlets to
change the direction of the airow.
Operation Tips

Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the
air inlets at the base of the vehicle that may
block the ow of air into your vehicle.
Do not use any non-GM approved hood
deectors 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.
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{CAUTION:
Do not load your vehicle any heavier than
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 vehicle.
Notice:Overloading your vehicle may cause
damage. Repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Do not overload your vehicle.
If things like suitcases, tools, packages, or
anything else are put inside the vehicle, they will
go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop
or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will
keep going.
{CAUTION:
Things you put inside your vehicle can
strike and injure people in a sudden stop
or turn, or in a crash.
Put things in the trunk of your vehicle.
In a trunk, put them as far forward as
you can. Try to spread the weight
evenly.
Never stack heavier things, like
suitcases, inside the vehicle so that
some of them are above the tops of
the seats.
Do not leave an unsecured child
restraint in your vehicle.
When you carry something inside the
vehicle, secure it whenever you can.
Do not leave a seat folded down
unless you need to.
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Tire Terminology and Denitions
Air Pressure:The amount of air inside the tire
pressing outward on each square inch of the
tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds
per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight:This means the combined
weight of optional accessories. Some examples of
optional 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 between the plies and the tread. Cords
may be made from steel or other reinforcing
materials.
Bead:The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped
by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire:A pneumatic tire in which the plies
are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees
to the centerline of the tread.Cold Tire Pressure:The amount of air pressure
in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch
(psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up
heat from driving. SeeInation - Tire Pressure
on page 337.
Curb Weight:This means the weight of a motor
vehicle with standard and optional equipment
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and
coolant, but without passengers and cargo.
DOT Markings:A code molded into the sidewall
of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance
with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
motor vehicle safety standards. The DOT code
includes the Tire Identication Number (TIN),
an alphanumeric designator which can also identify
the tire manufacturer, production plant, brand,
and date of production.
GVWR:Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 250.
GAWR FRT:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
front axle. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 250.
GAWR RR:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
rear axle. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 250.
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Locks (cont.)
Power Door............................................... 95
Programmable Automatic Door Locks......... 96
Rear Door Security Locks.......................... 96
Loss of Control........................................... 233
Low Fuel Warning Message........................ 185
Lumbar
Manual Controls.......................................... 9
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Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services.................... 394
At Each Fuel Fill...................................... 398
At Least Once a Month............................ 398
At Least Once a Year.............................. 399
Introduction.............................................. 388
Maintenance Footnotes............................ 395
Maintenance Record................................ 406
Maintenance Requirements...................... 388
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts............................... 404
Owner Checks and Services.................... 397
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants....... 402
Scheduled Maintenance........................... 391
Using....................................................... 389
Your Vehicle and the Environment............ 388Malfunction Indicator Light........................... 174
Manual Lumbar 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........................................ 184
Traction Off.............................................. 182
Transaxle Fluid Hot.................................. 183
Trunk Ajar Warning.................................. 184
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview with
Compass and Temperature Display....... 125
Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar
®,
Compass and Temperature Display........ 122
Outside Convex Mirror............................. 129
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Retained Accessory Power (RAP)................ 108
Right Front Passenger Position,
Safety Belts............................................... 32
Roadside
Assistance Program................................. 415
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.............. 250
Roof Rack System...................................... 134
Routing, Engine Drive Belt.......................... 405
Running the Engine While Parked............... 121
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Safety Belt
Passenger Reminder Light....................... 166
Pretensioners............................................. 40
Reminder Light........................................ 166
Safety Belts
Care of.................................................... 369
Driver Position........................................... 24
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............ 24
Questions and Answers About
Safety Belts............................................ 23
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides............... 36
Rear Seat Passengers............................... 33
Right Front Passenger Position.................. 32
Safety Belt Extender.................................. 40Safety Belts (cont.)
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy............. 32
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.................... 18
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster.................... 31
Safety Warnings and Symbols......................... 4
Scheduled Maintenance............................... 391
Seatback, Folding Passenger........................ 14
Seats
Driver Seat Height Adjuster.......................... 9
Head Restraints......................................... 13
Manual........................................................ 8
Manual Lumbar............................................ 9
Passenger Folding Seatback...................... 14
Reclining Seatbacks................................... 10
Split Folding Rear Seat.............................. 16
Securing a Child Restraint
Rear Seat Position..................................... 61
Right Front Seat Position........................... 64
Service........................................................ 270
Accessories and Modications.................. 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
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