SATURN ION 2007 Owners Manual

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.
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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. SeeHood Release on
page 279for more information.
2. Reach behind the headlamp from inside
the hood.
3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to
remove it from the housing.
4. Pull the bulb (A) from the socket (B) and
replace it with the appropriate bulb.
5. Reinstall the bulb socket (B) by turning it
clockwise.
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Front Turn Signal, Parking and
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
(Sedan)
To change this bulb on a sedan model, do the
following:
1. Follow Steps 1 through 4 to remove the
headlamp assembly. See the headlamp
removal for sedan underHeadlamps (Coupe)
on page 319orHeadlamps (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 steps to reinstall the lamp
assembly.
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Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL)
To change a CHMSL bulb, do the following:
1. Remove the CHMSL cover by pulling down on
the cover edges from inside the vehicle.
2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to
remove it.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 change one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 98
for more information.
2. Remove the three retaining screws from the
taillamp assembly.
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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.
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License Plate Lamp
To replace the license plate lamp bulb, do the
following:
1. Remove the two screws holding the license
plate lamp assembly to the fascia.
2. Turn and pull the license plate lamp forward
through the fascia opening.3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
pull the bulb 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 Bulb Number
Back-up Lamps 921
CHMSL PC-175
Front Turn Signal/Parking
Lamp/DRL5702KA 1
Headlamps 9007
Stoplamp and
Taillamps (Top)3057K
1 Phillips Only
For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact
your dealer/retailer.
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Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for
wear and cracking. SeeScheduled Maintenance
on page 391for more information.
Replacement blades come in different types and
are removed in different ways. For proper type and
length, seeNormal Maintenance Replacement
Parts on page 404.
To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly
do the following:
1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield.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 arm until you hear the release lever
click into place.
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Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires
made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever
have questions about your tire warranty and where
to obtain service, see your Saturn Warranty
booklet for details. For additional information refer
to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with
your vehicle.
{CAUTION:
Poorly maintained and improperly
used tires are dangerous.
Overloading your tires can cause
overheating as a result of too much
friction. You could have an air-out and
a serious accident. SeeLoading Your
Vehicle on page 250.
CAUTION: (Continued)
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Underinated tires pose the same
danger as overloaded tires. The
resulting accident could cause serious
injury. Check all tires frequently to
maintain the recommended pressure.
Tire pressure should be checked when
your tires are cold. SeeInflation - Tire
Pressure on page 337.
Overinated tires are more likely to be
cut, punctured, or broken by a sudden
impact — such as when you hit a
pothole. Keep tires at the
recommended pressure.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If
your tread is badly worn, or if your tires
have been damaged, replace them.
SeeHigh-Speed Operation on page 338for
ination pressure adjustment for high
speed driving.
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Low-Prole Performance Tire
(Red Line)
If your vehicle has 215/45ZR17 size tires, they are
classied as low-prole performance tires. These
tires are designed for very responsive driving on
wet or dry pavement. You may also notice more
road noise with low-prole performance tires and
that they tend to wear faster.
Notice:If your vehicle has low-prole tires,
they are more susceptible to damage from road
hazards or curb impact than standard prole
tires. Tire and/or wheel assembly damage
can occur when coming into contact with road
hazards like, potholes, or sharp edged
objects, or when sliding into a curb. Your GM
warranty does not cover this type of damage.
Keep tires set to the correct ination pressure
and, when possible avoid contact with
curbs, potholes, and other road hazards.
Winter Tires (Red Line)
If your vehicle has 215/45ZR17 size tires, they are
classied as low-prole performance tires.
These tires are designed for very responsive
driving on wet or dry pavement. If you expect to
drive on snow or ice covered roads often, you may
want to get winter tires for your vehicle. The
low-prole performance tires may not offer the
traction you would like or the same level of
performance as winter tires on snow or ice
covered roads.
Winter tires, in general, are designed for increased
traction on snow and ice 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.
See your retailer for details regarding winter tire
availability and proper tire selection. Also, see
Buying New Tires on page 341.
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If you choose to use winter tires:
Use tires of the same brand and tread type on
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 the same speed rating as your
original equipment tires may not be available for H,
V, W and ZR speed rated tires. If you choose
winter tires with a lower speed rating, never
exceed the tire’s maximum speed capability.
Tire Sidewall Labeling
Useful information about a tire is molded into its
sidewall. The examples below show a typical
passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire
sidewall.(A) Tire Size:The tire size is a combination of
letters and numbers used to dene a particular
tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type,
and service description. See the “Tire Size”
illustration later in this section for more detail.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example
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