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(g)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
inspect the lter at each engine oil change.
(h)Change automatic transaxle uid and lter if
the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of
these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C)
or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system. See
Engine Coolant on page 432 for what to
use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser,
pressure cap, and ller neck. Pressure test
the cooling system and pressure cap.
(j)Check system for interference or binding and
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.(k)A uid loss in any vehicle system could
indicate a problem. Have the system inspected
and repaired and the uid level checked.
Add uid if needed.
(l)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
the lter may require replacement more often.
(m)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive
cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if
necessary.
Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be
performed at the intervals specied to help ensure
the safety, dependability, and emission control
performance of your vehicle. Your Saturn retailer
can assist you with these checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at
once. Whenever any uids or lubricants are added
to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper
ones, as shown inRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 530.
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At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks
at each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil
if necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 423for
further details.
Notice:It is important to check your oil
regularly and keep it at the proper level. Failure
to keep your engine oil at the proper level
can cause damage to your engine not covered
by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. See
Engine Coolant on page 432for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in
the windshield washer uid reservoir and add
the proper uid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make
sure they are inated to the correct pressures.
Do not forget to check the spare tire. See
Ination - Tire Pressure on page 469. Check to
make sure the spare tire is stored securely.
SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 484.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mileage
highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System
service notication. Check the tires for wear
and, if necessary, rotate the tires. SeeTire
Inspection and Rotation on page 472.
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Door (cont.)
Power Door Locks................................... 116
Power Sliding Door.................................. 121
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock..... 118
Driver
Position, Safety Belt................................... 38
Driver Information Center (DIC)................... 234
DIC Operation and Displays..................... 235
DIC Vehicle Personalization..................... 261
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 241
Driving
At Night................................................... 375
City.......................................................... 380
Defensive................................................. 358
Drunken................................................... 359
Freeway................................................... 381
Hill and Mountain Roads.......................... 384
In Rain and on Wet Roads...................... 376
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.......... 391
Winter...................................................... 386
Dual Climate Control System....................... 209
DVD
Rear Seat Entertainment System.....294, 309E
Electric Power Management........................ 198
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment................................... 511
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 512
Headlamp Wiring..................................... 511
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 512
Power Windows and Other Power
Options................................................. 511
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 514
Windshield Wiper Fuses........................... 511
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter...................................... 428
Battery..................................................... 449
Check and Service Engine Soon Light..... 229
Coolant.................................................... 432
Coolant Heater......................................... 141
Coolant Temperature Gage...................... 228
Drive Belt Routing.................................... 533
Engine Compartment Overview ................ 422
Exhaust................................................... 151
Oil ........................................................... 423
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Light (cont.)
Low Fuel Warning.................................... 234
Malfunction Indicator................................ 229
Oil Pressure............................................. 232
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............ 224
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder.............. 222
Safety Belt Reminder............................... 222
Security................................................... 232
TCS Warning Light.................................. 228
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning ... 228
Lighting
Delayed................................................... 196
Entry........................................................ 196
Exit.......................................................... 197
Loading Your Vehicle................................... 391
Lockout Protection....................................... 118
Locks
Automatic Door Lock................................ 117
Delayed Locking...................................... 116
Door........................................................ 114
Lockout Protection................................... 118
Power Door............................................. 116
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock..... 118
Loss of Control........................................... 374
Low Fuel Warning Light............................... 234
Luggage Carrier.......................................... 172M
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services.................... 524
At Each Fuel Fill...................................... 527
At Least Once a Month............................ 527
At Least Once a Year .............................. 528
Introduction.............................................. 520
Maintenance Footnotes............................ 525
Maintenance Record................................ 534
Maintenance Requirements...................... 520
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts............................... 532
Owner Checks and Services.................... 526
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants....... 530
Scheduled Maintenance........................... 522
Using....................................................... 520
Your Vehicle and the Environment............ 520
Malfunction Indicator Light........................... 229
Manual Rear Quarter Windows.................... 131
Manual Seats.................................................. 9
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 241
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Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror........................... 153
Outside Convex Mirror............................. 154
Outside Heated Mirrors............................ 154
Outside Power Mirrors............................. 153
Mobile Digital Media System....................... 330
MP3 ............................................................ 287
MyGMLink.com............................................ 541
N
Navigation/Radio System, see
Navigation Manual................................... 294
New Vehicle Break-In.................................. 138
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts..... 532
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Odometer.................................................... 221
Odometer, Trip............................................ 221
Off-Road Recovery...................................... 372
Oil
Engine..................................................... 423
Pressure Light.......................................... 232Oil, Engine Oil Life System ......................... 426
Older Children, Restraints............................. 56
Online Owner Center................................... 541
OnStar
®System, see OnStar®Manual........ 154
Other Warning Devices................................ 182
Outlet Adjustment........................................ 212
Outlet(s), Accessory Power.......................... 203
Outside
Convex Mirror.......................................... 154
Heated Mirrors......................................... 154
Power Mirrors.......................................... 153
Overhead Console..............................168, 170
Overhead Console Switchbank.................... 200
Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode....................................... 437
Owner Checks and Services....................... 526
Owners, Canadian.......................................... 3
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